Maximilian Eisenmenger leaves Mannheim, joins Timrå

Maximilian Eisenmenger, a 25-year-old forward of dual German-Swedish citizenship, is leaving DEL club Adler Mannheim and has signed a two-year contract with SHL club Timrå IK, both clubs announced on Wednesday.

Born in Münster in western Germany, Eisenmenger has gone back and forth between the countries throughout his career. He represents Germany internationally but has played very little for them, and never at a major tournament. Nonetheless, he has attracted interest from the SHL, probably due at least in part to his 6-foot-4, 205-pound frame.

“It will be fun to come back to Timrå. I played a lot here as a junior and have some great memories. I know they have fantastic fans that I look forward to meeting,” Eisenmenger is quoted on the club website. “I would describe myself as a two-way center who works hard and likes the physical game.”

 He added, “Apart from hockey, I am a fairly calm person who plays padel, golf and pickleball. I value family and friends so I try to spend as much time with them as possible.”

Eisenmenger previously played two SHL games with Djurgården in 2016-17.

“We are very happy to be able to expand our depth at center with Maximilian,” said Timrå sports manager Kimmon Kapanen. “He will be able to contribute in important situations with his strength in the faceoff circle and his size fits into the team we are building. He is big, strong and strong on his skates.”

Apparently, Eisenmenger had another year on his contract in Mannheim, where his younger brother Magnus also played last season.

“In close and open consultation with Max and his agent, we have looked for options to enable him to develop further at this point in his career,” Mannheim sports manager and head coach Dallas Eakins said in a press release. “Max has shown great character and a good work ethic during his time in Mannheim. We wish him all the best.”