The ankle - HCL's Wellinger to return after the break

Thomas Wellinger, who already missed Tuesday's game, did not practice today with the team due to an inflammation of the ankle. HC Lugano expects Wellinger to return after the international break, meaning that he might be available for the derby against HC Ambrì-Piotta on December 17.

In 19 games so far, the 31-year-old has recorded five points, which is one less than the points accumulated in each of the last two regular-seasons with the Bianconeri.