Release from 01.11.2026

1,000 Games for Michael Schiechl (with video)

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Tonight, Michael Schiechl steps onto the ice for his 1,000th league game — fittingly in the Moser Medical Graz99ers jersey against the VSV.

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His journey began on 19 September 2008 in Innsbruck — exactly 6,618 days ago — also wearing Graz colors. Since then, “Schiks” has become one of the league’s most reliable, hardest-working and most respected players.
 
🏒 1,000 league games
📍 Only three clubs: Graz99ers, EC Red Bull Salzburg and Vienna Capitals
🏆🏆🏆 Three league titles
 
From his first shift to game No. 1,000, Michael has shown what dedication, toughness and true love for the game look like. He’s not just a player — he’s a leader, a teammate, and a real piece of win2day ICE Hockey League history.
 
Congratulations, Michael — from your teammates, the league, and everyone who has watched you compete with heart for nearly two decades. 🎬