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Injury drama at the Vienna Capitals: Peeters will be out for months!
Senna Peeters' injury affects the Vienna Capitals. Find out more about the team's current challenges.
Injury drama at the Vienna Capitals: Peeters will be out for months!
The Vienna Capitals will be without one of their key players in the coming period: Senna Peeters, the team's 23-year-old attacker, sustained an upper body injury during a friendly game against Slovan Bratislava on August 28th. Now that Peeters has had successful surgery, his comeback this season depends heavily on the healing process. The player will be out for a longer period of time, making what is already a challenging situation for the Capitals this season even more difficult. In addition to Peeters, a total of five players are currently injured and are not available to the team.
The loss is particularly bitter because Peeters only signed a one-year contract with KAC in May 2024 after playing an impressive season at HC Innsbruck. “Senna is one of the most promising Austrian players in his age group,” said KAC managing director Oliver Pilloni about Peeters. Nevertheless, his performance at the KAC has recently become weaker, so that he only achieved 16 scorer points last season.However, according to reports, the Vienna Capitals have already signed a new contract with Peeters.
More injuries in the team
The Capitals are also dealing with other injuries. Leon Wallner has already missed the last two games after sustaining a lower body injury. His return next weekend against the Red Bulls from Salzburg or the Graz99ers is questionable. Wallner was able to score five points in six league games and is an important pillar of the team. Felix Koschek, a 19-year-old player, is close to returning after also being sidelined with an injury since mid-August. Another comeback could take place on Sunday against the Graz99ers. A positive ray of hope in the team's injury-plagued phase.
Benjamin Lanzinger is another player who could return to training on October 17th after an upper body injury. He has scored one goal and one assist in his first five league games. Jérémy Grégoire brings with him experience, who is currently back in advanced training after a lower body injury and will then receive weekly follow-up examinations.
Sports medicine challenges in ice hockey
Ice hockey is known for its physical intensity and high injury rates. Injuries such as concussions and torn ligaments are not uncommon, and the fast-paced style of play requires players to be particularly resilient. According to the recommendations of sports medicine experts, preventative care that focuses on strength training and mobility is essential. Wearing protective equipment is crucial in order to minimize risks, especially in hectic ice hockey events.These aspects are particularly important to protect the health of players and prevent long downtimes.
The situation at the Vienna Capitals shows once again how much the success of a team depends on the fitness of its players. The next few weeks will be crucial, both for the return of the injured players and for the team's overall performance this season. The Capitals' sporting director, Christian Dolezal, expressed the hope that the players can return soon to support the team in this difficult phase.