Lakers sign Marlon Graf and Mauro Dufner, agree to terms with three youngsters

The ZSC Lions forward will be joined by Mauro Dufner, who returns to the Lakers after several seasons away. The 29-year-old defenseman of HC Fribourg-Gottéron has also agreed to a two-year contract with the SC Rapperswil-Jona Lakers. His contract contains an option for an additional season as well. 

The Lakers have also signed Janis Embacher to his first professional contract. The 19-year-old will stay for the next three seasons. As for Jan Hornecker, his option was activated by the Lakers. He will thus remain part of the National League team until the end of the 2026-27 season. The same applies to Valentin Hofer whose option was also activated.