The team from Slovenia join the competition as Ukrainian representatives HC Donbass Donetsk are forced to withdraw from the upcoming CHL season due to the ongoing situation in their country.
“The act of war against Ukraine is a tragedy, and it is unimaginable what suffering it is causing to the people of Ukraine.
“It is of course comprehensible that HC Donbass Donetsk are unable to participate in the 2022/23 CHL season under such circumstances and we would like to thank the club for their commitment and the huge amount of effort they put into their first CHL appearance last season,” a CHL board statement said.
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Players of Rögle celebrate with the trophy after winning the CHL final between Rögle and Tappara on March 1, 2022 in Ängelholm, Sweden. PictureL: Ludvig Thunman/CHL
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