Markus Peintner returns to EC REKORD-Fenster VSV following his spell with Moser Medical Graz 99ers. Peinter had spent 2005 – 2009 in Villach and won championship honours with the Eagles as well as the Capitals and the Black Wings, too. Last season, Peintnter scored nine goals and 20 assists in 59 games with Graz. The forward says: I‘m very happy to be back in Villach, where I’ve won things already“.

EC REKORD-Fenster VSV have Kyle Wanvig out due to suspension and surgery. Villach’s General Manager Giuseppe Mion sees the signing as turning point following four back to back games lost: “Peints is a player with power and fighting spirit, just what we need right now.”

The decisions on suspensions for Kyle Wanvig, Erik Reitz and Jonathan Ferland will be taken at a later date, but in Time for Friday’s matches.