Polar bears get Danish center Regin from Switzerland

Peter Regin () of Denmark vies with Samuel Takac of Slovakia during the 2022 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championships preliminary round group A match between Slovakia and Denmark in Helsinki on May 24, 2022. LEHTIKUVA / MARKKU ULANDER - FINLAND OUT.  NO THIRD PARTY SALES.

Denmark’s Peter Regin (left) during the 2022 World Cup in a game against Slovakia. Now he’s moving to the polar bears Photo: picture alliance

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The polar bears buy a lot of experience: The Danish center Peter Regin comes from the top Swiss club Ambri-Piotta. The ex-NHL professional is 36 years old.

Made between 2008 and 2015 Regin 254 NHL games (26 goals, 45 assists) for the Ottawa Senators, New York Islanders and Chicago Blackhawks.

He then played for another six years in the KHL for Jokerit Helsinki before moving to Switzerland last summer.

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“We are very happy that we were able to convince Peter Regin of the polar bears. He’s not just a win for us, but for the whole league,” said sporting director Stephane Richer to the obligation. “He is a top center with extensive experience and great quality.”

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Regin: “I’ve seen videos of the polar bears’ home games and can’t wait to experience this unique atmosphere up close. Of course, our goal is to defend the championship and celebrate the third title in a row.”

october  Oct 11, 2011 - Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada - Oct 11 2011: Peter Regin(13) during action between the Ottawa Senators and Minnesota Wild in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Peter Regin began his NHL career with the Ottawa Senators Photo: picture alliance

Regin has a contract until 2023 and will wear number 13, just like he did when he was in the NHL.

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Eisbären transfers Peter Regin Stephane Richer

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