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06-11-2008 - Top 5 German prospects for 2008
Jerome Flaake is the top-rated German for the 2008 NHL Entry Draft.
06-26-2007 - Germany 2007 draft review
Four Germans were selected in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.
06-22-2007 - Germany prospects for the 2007 NHL Draft
Timo Pielmeier is the top prospect out of Germany this year.
10-17-2006 - Q&A with Felix Schutz
German-born prospects in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League have been a rare breed in recent years.
06-20-2006 - German Top 5 prospects for the 2006 NHL Draft
Rundown of the Top 5 prospects coming out of Germany in 2006.
06-18-2006 - 2006 prospects: Q&A with Marcel Muller
Germany's Marcel Muller has the type of size (6'4, 214 lbs.) and skill combination that most NHL teams are looking for.
06-18-2006 - 2006 prospects: Q&A with Christoph Gawlik
Christoph Gawlik is considered by many to be the most dynamic, exciting and talented German player under 20 years of age.
01-25-2006 - Q&A with Dimitri Patzold
San Jose Sharks 2001 fourth round draft pick Dimitri Patzold has shined for Team Germany, put up decent numbers in the German Elite League, and also strong AHL numbers his first two pro seasons in North America. However, 2005-06 has proven frustrating for the 22-year-old German-Kazakh.
02-24-2005 - Q&A with Daniel Stolpe on German juniors
Daniel Stolpe of the Eishockey News, an enthusiastic expert with profound knowledge on German ice hockey, talks about what the German juniors need to do in the short and long term.
12-26-2004 - Germany look to stay in Group A in WJC
The motto for this year's WJC for Germany is to simply to retain that spot in the A Group and avoid relegation.
10-06-2004 - Q&A with Mannheim Adler Media Representative Matthias Fries
Adler media representative Matthias Fries talked to Hockey’s Future about the past season, the upcoming season, German talent on his club and German prospects in general.
09-22-2004 - Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) prospects preview
A look at how NHL prospects will fit into their Deutsche Eishockey Liga teams in 2004-05.
06-24-2004 - German prospects: Q&A with Youri Ziffzer
Youri Ziffzer was ranked 11th by CSS among European goalies for 2004, but he decided not to opt in for the upcoming NHL entry draft.
06-22-2004 - Q&A with German coach Pierre Page
Pierre Page is the coach of the Eisbären Berlin in the German elite league and one of the greatest supporters of young German prospects.
06-22-2004 - German 2004 Prospects: Q&A with Florian Busch
Florian Busch is a German skater with high potential who has been overlooked in this year’s rankings.
06-16-2004 - German 2004 prospects: Top 10 ranking
A look at 10 German prospects who are eligible for the upcoming draft.
06-14-2004 - German 2004 Prospects: Q&A with Thomas Greiss
Thomas Greiss is ranked by CSS fourth on their European goaltenders list, and the top German goalie, for the upcoming draft in Raleigh.
05-31-2004 - German 2004 Prospects: Q&A with Frank Hoerdler
A few questions for Frank Hoerdler, the top ranked German by CSS for the 2004 draft.
10-08-2003 - Nashville prospect Alex Sulzer suffers injuries in brutal mugging
Defenseman Alexander Sulzer, drafted this past summer by the Nashville Predators, was brutally attacked and is currently still in the hospital.
09-01-2003 - German Prospects have Potentially Quiet Year Ahead
As usual there are some youngsters in Germany looking to present themselves to scouts with hopes of being drafted and one day following heroes like Marco Sturm and Jochen Hecht to the NHL. However, this year's crop doesn't quite boast any sure-fire draftees. Here's more on the 2004 German draftee pool.
05-15-2003 - San Jose Prospect Chrisian Ehrhoff Ready for NHL
After a strong 2001-02, San Jose Shark German prospect Christian Ehrhoff capped off a strong 2002-03 season as one of the DEL's top defensemen, possibly Germany's top defenseman, and probably Germany's top prospect.
05-13-2003 - San Jose Prospect Marcel Goc Finishes Strong Season
No Shark prospect played in such a variety of countries and levels this season as Marcel Goc, who rebounded from a sub-par 2001-02 season with a strong 2002-03 season.
01-31-2003 - Danny Aus den Birken: Coming from the woods
He is the number three of German goalie prospects for the NHL Entry Draft 2003, behind the CSB-ranked Patrick Ehelechner and Patrick Koslow. But there is something special with him ...
12-29-2002 - Sharks taking root in Germany
Marcel Goc and Dimitri Pätzold head into the 2003 World Junior Championships in Halifax and Sydney, Nova Scotia with hopes to help Germany avoid relegation while the WJC-ineligible Christian Ehrhoff...
10-30-2002 - Sprechen Sie Deutsch? The Sharks will soon.
Christian Ehrhoff turned heads with his performance at the Sharks’ training camp this September, but is Ehrhoff and the rest of the Sharks German contingent making the progress needed to become...
09-17-2002 - German players in North America
44 German guys played hockey in Canada and the United States during the last season. Kölzig, Sturm & Co in the NHL, Bader in the WHL, Bethe and Taube were active for High School Teams, Jonas and Dumpis attended tryouts etc... read on for info on every player.
08-27-2002 - Interviewing T-Rex
Hockey's Future's Oliver Janz sits down with Max Graupner, a German Hockey player plying his trade in North America. Read on for more!
08-02-2002 - Yannic, What Would you Prefer?
In an interview with one of Germany's top prospects for the NHL Entry Draft 2003, 18 year old wing Yannic Seidenberg stated his comments about what he prefers: beeing the topscorer of a team or not being relegated? Also, some other interesting answers...
07-19-2002 - Germany's Draft Review 2002
A complete round up of the NHL Entry Draft and the CHL Import Draft which took place at the end of June. Why wasn't a German prospect involved in both drafts?
07-16-2002 - Five NHL signings from Germany
With Leroux, O'Sullivan, Picard, Schubert and Seidenberg, five players are going to leave Germany to play NHL hockey. Or to develop in the farmteam. Read on ...
07-02-2002 - Seidenberg Brothers Garnered both Awards
Finally, here is the result of the poll regarding the best German draftee and prospect. The HF visitors and several German hockey insiders decided. The winners are very familiar, the Seidenberg brothers earned both awards. In addition, some news for the German audience especially.
06-21-2002 - German NHL Entry Draft Guide for 2002
Here is the complete guide for all German hockey fans (other fans are also welcome) for the NHL Entry Draft 2002 in Toronto. Anything what includes Germany about the draft: the prospects, the past, the present, the future; a complete roundup with all important infos you need to know.
06-20-2002 - Interview with San Jose prospect Christian Ehrhoff
As this summer's draft is just days away and teams are gearing up for what could end up being a tradefest (can one really assume Washington, for example, is going to use all three of their 1rst round draft picks???), I recently had a chance to interview a San Jose Sharks midround pick from last summer, Christian Ehrhoff.
06-18-2002 - Ower represents Germany at the CHL Import Draft 2002
The CHL Import Draft for the european players will be held on June 26th and 27th. As always, some days after the NHL Entry Draft. The German players had an axcellent come back at last years NHL Draft and this year, it should be the time to have a comebach at the CHL Draft, too. There wasn't a German selected in the last two drafts - this year, Goalie Thomas Ower represent Germany.
05-23-2002 - Sulzer won't be available in Toronto
Germany's top prospect for the upcoming NHL Entry Draft in Toronto, Alexander Sulzer, did not opt-in. He will pass the Draft 2002. Check the latest news from German prospects and draftees.
05-16-2002 - Interview with Robin Breitbach
Hockey's Future talked with German defender Robin Breitbach, who's currently playing hockey in Switzerland. Read on to know more about his new home, his time in Switzerland, why he bit ankles and his statement on the differences between Germany and Switzerland - not only hockey based.
05-10-2002 - Germany Prospects and Player Stats Update
After finishing the world championships on rank eight, the season is now over. You can find the complete stats from the 2001/2002 season in these last update. And you can vote the best player in two categories. Please make your choice.
04-11-2002 - HF's Interview with German goalie talent Patrick Ehelechner
The German Under-18 Team started the World Junior Championships with an 2-2 against Norway. Before the tournament started, Hockey's Future talked with their 17 year old goalie and prospect for the Draft 2003, Patrick Ehelechner. Click to read more...
04-01-2002 - Prospect Reports for Ehelechner and the Seidenberg Brothers
A prospect report for the game Hannover against Mannheim featuring Ehelechner and the Seidenberg-brothers + a new award feature.
04-01-2002 - Germany's Draftees Update
An update with all stats from 17 Draft Picks who are currently active in Germany's leagues. Included are some fast facts and more and more and more...
03-22-2002 - Official Awards for the current season
A German hockey newspaper named the award winners for titles like Player of the Year or most sportsmanlike player from the first six leagues in Germany. Check out which player won which award.
03-13-2002 - German Draftee Situation, Part 2
Part Two of the article series, which covers the current contract situation and the future plans of three German Draft Picks from the NHL Entry Draft 2001. The future will bring some changes for Christoph Schubert (drafted by Ottawa Senators). And what's up with Christian Ehrhoff (San Jose Sharks) and Dennis Seidenberg (Philadelphia Flyers)? Read for more...
03-04-2002 - Draftees in Germany: How are they doing?
An update for 14 drafted players who are playing in Germany this season. Included are all stats from each player. Also, the Draftee and Prospect of the Month from February are named. Take a look at the article...
02-26-2002 - German Draftee Situation
A look at the contract situation of three German Draft Picks from the NHL Entry Draft 2001. The future will bring some changes for Robert Müller (drafted by Washington), Dimitri Pätzold (San Jose) and Stefan Schauer (Ottawa).
02-18-2002 - Injuries and sickness shortens Hyun’s season
News from one of Germany's Collegeboys in the United States. Martin Hyun gave us the reasons for his 'short season'.
02-15-2002 - Interview with Lightning Prospect Sascha Goc
Chapin Landvogt had the opportunity to recently interview Sascha Goc, a defenseman in the Tampa Bay Lightning organization. The older brother of Marcel Goc, a first round pick by the Sharks this past summer, Sascha was dealt from the New Jersey Devils to the Lightning early this season.
02-10-2002 - German Stats and Awards Update
An update for 13 drafted players who play in Germany this season. Included are all stats from each player. Also, the Draftee and Prospect of the Month from January are named. Take a look at the article...
02-03-2002 - HF chats with T-Birds player Toni Bader
21 year old German defender Toni Bader take the time to answer some questions. Simple things like "What's better in North America than in Germany?" (he answered: "...Hockey!") and other interesting things - enjoy the interview and his profile
01-31-2002 - Sharks Prospect Goc makes Surprising Late Season Transfer
According to www.del.org, the Shark's 2001 1rst round draft pick, Marcel Goc, has made a surprising late season DEL transfer from the Schwenningen Wild Wings to the Mannheim Adler. This move comes...
01-30-2002 - Interview with Lasse Kopitz
One of the young German players making a name for himself in the DEL this season is Lasse Kopitz of the Revier Lions of Oberhausen. Born in Berlin on May 21rst, 1980, this 6'3" 190 pound defenseman has been developing along the same lines as recently drafted German defensemen such as Christian...
01-24-2002 - German Olympic Roster
Coach Hans Zach announced the German Roster for the Olympic Games 2002 in Salt Lake City. There aren't big surprises in the team, but some interesting decissions... take a look at the team.
01-14-2002 - Talking with German Defender Paul Weismann
An interview with German defense prospect, 20 year old Paul Weismann. Weismann left the Bowling Green State University (CCHA) to play for NCAA Division III-Team Geneseo Ice Knights. Read more about the movement, his hockey career and everything else about him...
12-24-2001 - Merry Christmas with Marco Sturm
Hockey's Future talked to San Jose Sharks and German Nationalteam member Marco Sturm. Read the interview about the Draft 2001, his goals for the future, his contract and so on...
12-23-2001 - The German Under-20 promoted to the first class
The German Under-20 team won the U-20 Division I WJC with a 7-1 against the host nation, Austria. Now, all German National Teams are back in the first class. Read something about the team and take a look at the stats ...
12-14-2001 - The German Under-20 Team
All important informations about every german player who appear at the U20 B-WJC in Austria right now. So, read it to know all players, including draft pick Christian Ehrhoff, the defender who scored eight points in four games so far.
11-27-2001 - The Youngins are the Talk of the League
Ahhh, no matter what league we're referring to, whether it be the NHL, AHL, CHL, NCAA, the leagues throughout Europe, and all those many leagues in between, there's always a curiosity for every true fan as to what new faces will establish themselves into...
11-25-2001 - All current NHL-Players with a german history
Part II covers the season 2001/02. All current NHL-Players who had a german history - Dopita, Kölzig, Jagr, Shanahan, Stümpel, Bure, Reichel and young gun Dany Heatley, too.
11-15-2001 - Deutschland Cup Review: As team spirit beats Team Canada
Check out all important infos about last weekend's Deutschland Cup in Germany.
10-03-2001 - German Update
Here's the first Update for the seven German Draft picks in this year's NHL Entry Draft.
09-13-2001 - German News and Notes
Some words about the last days full of bad news. And the first article by a new german writer - thougths on the german draftees Goc, Schubert, Ehrhoff and Seidenberg.....
09-03-2001 - HF's Interview with Martin Hyun
Hockey's Future German Writer Gerd Hahn talked with a german player of the St. Michael's College Purple Knights (ECAC-2), 22 year old forward Martin Hyun. Check out the complete interview...
08-22-2001 - Germans attending camps
All news and facts about the german players who have attended or will attend the NHL Camps. Also, all seven Draftees with news and more. Updated
08-17-2001 - HF's interview with Oliver Jonas
Hockey's Future German Correspondent Oliver Janz talked with the ECAC Goaltender of the Year 2001, 22 year old Oliver Jonas. Check out the complete interview.....
08-04-2001 - On the german way to Salt Lake City
The series will cover the positions (Goalies, Defender, Forward), the chances at the olympic games and all informations you need to learn to know the Team Germany. Part One cover the Goalies who have a chance to go the way to Salt Lake City ...
07-19-2001 - News on Hecht, Ustorf, Benda and the Oilers
Full coverage on the movement on three german forwards including the complete infos and stats from Oilers' signing Jan Benda.
07-13-2001 - What ever happened to ... Martin Hyun?
The 22 year old german forward played in the united states for the last years - so take a look at this article to read more about him.
06-30-2001 - German Draft Review
Check out the news and inside infos for the new record seven german draftees!
06-16-2001 - German Draft Preview
All infos on german draft eligible players and possible picks.
06-02-2001 - Marcel Goc, german's top prospect
He is germany's top prospect for the upcoming NHL Draft and maybe the best german talent ever. He's on the 12th position on the CSB's european skaters. This article has all important infos about him.
05-27-2001 - Profile on Christoph Schubert
The 19 year old defender is a possible pick for the upcoming NHL-Draft. An interesting player with good checking abilities, who catches your attention.
05-25-2001 - Profile on Oliver Jonas
A look on the only german netminder behind Olaf Kölzig in north america - the talented Oliver Jonas from the Harvard University. If you know him, take a look; if you don't know him, do the same ...
05-19-2001 - Germans who are good enough for the NHL...
The good results from the german team at the world championships are known, take a look at the most interesting players in this team.
05-01-2001 - German Ranking of 2001 eligibles
A ranking for the NHL Draft 2001 with the German players based on the CSB-Ranking.
04-22-2001 - U18WJC-Review Part 1
The complete playerstats from the german U18 nationalteam after the U18WJC ends today.
04-22-2001 - U18WJC-Review Part 2
A complete review and recap for all german games at the U18WJC.
04-18-2001 - Germany News from the U18-WJC
German U18 national-team defeat the czech republic in this night at will play in the medal-round!!
03-21-2001 - Official Awards and Trophies for the 2000/2001 season!!
Andrej Trefilov is the MVP in the DEL! Take a look on the other winners from all german prof.-leagues!
03-17-2001 - A Rating for the german under-20 national-team
Ernst Höfner, coach from the under-20 german national-team, rated the players, who played at the B-junior-world-junior-championship.
02-24-2001 - Current NHL players with a German history
Do you know that the current NHL-topscorer Jaromir Jagr has played in Schalke, germany? ...no? than take a look...
02-17-2001 - Stats and standings from the new german junior league DNL
With the beginning of the current season, the germans started a new junior league for the under-17 players. Take a look at the top-scorers and the standings...
02-12-2001 - Top german prospects - the second update
Actually news, reviews and stats from the german prospects.
01-29-2001 - News from germany's national-teams
The actually national-team for the olympic-qualification in february includes the youngsters Goc, Greilinger, Ehrhoff and Schubert! + the stats for the german team at the WJC (B).
01-24-2001 - Top german prospects - the first update
Comments, news, reports and their actually stats.
01-14-2001 - Welcome in Germany ...
The Top 10 Prospects from Germany! A list with the 10 most talented german players in January 2001.
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