Yannic Seidenberg Returns to the Ice with Kassel Huskies
Yannic Seidenberg, the former German national ice hockey player who was suspended for a doping violation, has signed with the Kassel Huskies of the DEL2 league. Seidenberg has been training with the team since mid-January and impressed the coaching staff enough to earn a contract, as announced by the club. With his suspension set to expire on March 14, Seidenberg is eligible to play again from that day forward.
According to the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA), Seidenberg tested positive for testosterone in a training control on January 19, 2022. Additionally, he was found to have used the substance DHEA, which is on the prohibited list of anabolic-androgenic steroids.
Seidenberg has played in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) for teams such as the Adler Mannheim and EHC Red Bull München. With the German national team, he sensationally won the silver medal at the 2018 Olympic Games in Pyeongchang.
"In the past few weeks, Yannic has shown us that he is far from finished," said Huskies’ sports director Daniel Kreutzer. "After his unfortunate early career end, he is now eager to prove himself once again."
The Huskies are currently third in the DEL2 standings. "Yannic is keen on this opportunity and will certainly be a huge asset for us as a leader and player of international standing in the crucial phase of the season," Kreutzer stated.
Seidenberg’s Suspension and Comeback
Seidenberg’s suspension was a significant blow to his career. He had been a key player for the German national team and had played in some of the top leagues in Europe. After testing positive for a banned substance, he was suspended for two years.
During his suspension, Seidenberg stayed connected to the sport. He worked as an assistant coach for the Adler Mannheim youth team and also provided commentary for hockey games on television. He also stayed in shape by training regularly.
Now that his suspension is over, Seidenberg is eager to get back on the ice and prove that he is still a valuable player. He has been training hard with the Kassel Huskies and is confident that he can make a significant contribution to the team.
Kassel Huskies’ Outlook
The Kassel Huskies are a team with a long and successful history. They have won the DEL2 championship twice, in 2004 and 2016. The team is currently in third place in the standings and is aiming to make a run for the title.
The addition of Seidenberg will give the Huskies a much-needed boost. He is a proven winner and a leader on the ice. The Huskies will need all of his experience and skill if they want to win the championship.
Conclusion
Yannic Seidenberg’s return to the ice is a great story for the Kassel Huskies and for the DEL2 league. He is a talented player who has overcome adversity to make a comeback. The Huskies are confident that he can help them win a championship.
