Eisbären Berlin Secure 4:2 Victory to Lead DEL Quarterfinals 2:0

Defending champions Eisbären Berlin overcome early deficit to claim their seventh consecutive win against the Straubing Tigers, showcasing efficiency and key player contributions.

The Eisbären Berlin defeated the Straubing Tigers 4:2 in the second game of the DEL quarterfinals, taking a 2:0 lead in the Best-of-Seven series.
Joshua Samanski opened the scoring for the Tigers in the 23rd minute during a power play, but Liam Kirk quickly equalized just one minute later.
Zach Boychuk and Marcel Noebels extended Berlin's lead in the second period, with Noebels becoming the team's third-highest playoff scorer in franchise history.
Travis St. Denis narrowed the gap for the Tigers shortly after Noebels' goal, but Gabriel Fontaine sealed the win with an empty-net goal in the final seconds.
The Eisbären's efficiency in converting scoring opportunities and their seventh straight win against Straubing underline their dominance in the series.