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Dustin Strahlmeier Scores First Direct Goalie Goal in DEL History

Earlier goalie credits in the DEL stemmed from opponent own goals, making this the first scored by a netminder’s shot.

Overview

  • Wolfsburg’s Dustin Strahlmeier sealed a 4–2 win over the Dresdner Eislöwen by scoring in the final minute.
  • With Dresden’s net empty after pulling their goalie, Strahlmeier stopped a shot and sent the puck the length of the ice into the goal.
  • The goal was confirmed as the league’s first ever scored directly by a goalkeeper rather than credited due to an own goal.
  • Head coach Mike Stewart said he was shocked, noting Strahlmeier had never attempted such a shot in training.
  • Strahlmeier said he saw space and decided to try the shot, and he kept the puck as a memento after celebrating the victory.