Release from 31.08.2021

Bulldogs complete roster with two forwards

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Two experienced forwards complete the roster of the Dornbirn Bulldogs for the upcoming season in the bet-at-home ICE Hockey League. In addition to 36-year-old Finn Jesse Saarinen, 32-year-old Czech Vladimir Ruzicka also strengthens the DEC squad.  Both spent the majority of their careers so far in the respective highest divisions of their home countries.

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With Jesse Saarinen, the Dornbirn Bulldogs have signed a creative playmaker. The 36-year-old spent the last two seasons with HIFK Helsinki in the Liiga, where he recorded 459 points (165G, 294A) in a total of 791 games. He was also a season under contract with Medvescak Zagreb in the KHL. "He's a goal-scorer, a play-maker, and has a lot of experience. We're glad he's coming to us," explained Assistant Coach Rick Nasheim.

In addition, the Vorarlberg team also signed Vladimir Ruzicka. The 32-year-old Czech comes with the experience of 699 Extraliga games (151G, 203A). Most recently, the former national player hit the ice for HK Mountfield.

By the end of the week, head coach Kai Suikkanen will have the full squad available. While Jesse Saarinen is already in Dornbirn, the Bulldogs are still awaiting the arrivals of Vladimir Ruzicka (Friday) and Colton Beck (Wednesday).



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