Story Summary
EHC Kloten have extended the contracts of twin forwards Rafael and Simon Meier until the end of the 2028-29 National League season. The pair’s previous deals would have expired in 2027. Rafael has been with Kloten since 2023, while Simon joined the club in 2025 after returning from North America. Both missed Kloten’s first game of the season against SC Rapperswil-Jona Lakers because of injuries, and Simon is expected to be sidelined for five to six weeks after a practice injury. Kloten’s team manager said the twins came through the club’s system and are among the most promising talents of their generation.
Key Facts
- EHC Kloten have extended the contracts of Rafael and Simon Meier until the end of the 2028-29 season.
- Their previous contracts would have expired in 2027.
- Rafael Meier has played with EHC Kloten since 2023.
- Simon Meier joined EHC Kloten in 2025 after his return from North America.
- Both forwards missed Kloten’s first game of the season against SC Rapperswil-Jona Lakers because of injuries.
- Simon Meier is expected to be out of the lineup for five to six weeks after sustaining an injury in practice.
- Kloten’s team manager said the Meier twins came through the club’s system and are among the most promising talents of their generation.
IHM Discussion
Kloten have opted for continuity by extending both Meier brothers through 2028-29, a clear vote of confidence in two forwards the club identifies as products of its own system. With their previous deals due to expire in 2027, the extensions give Kloten greater certainty around two players it regards as promising talents. Simon’s five-to-six-week absence will reduce Kloten’s forward options in the coming weeks, but it does not alter the club’s long-term commitment to either player.
Why It Matters
For EHC Kloten, extending two forwards developed in the club’s system provides longer-term roster certainty. Simon’s injury creates a short-term selection issue, but both players are now under contract through the end of 2028-29.
Mini Q&A
Who signed contract extensions with EHC Kloten?
Twin forwards Rafael and Simon Meier.
How long do the new contracts run?
Both contracts run until the end of the 2028-29 season.
When would their previous deals have expired?
Their previous contracts would have expired in 2027.
How long has each player been with Kloten?
Rafael has been with Kloten since 2023; Simon joined in 2025 after returning from North America.
Are either of the Meier twins injured?
Both missed Kloten’s season opener due to injuries, and Simon is expected to be out for five to six weeks after a practice injury.
Who commented on the signings?
Kloten’s team manager praised the twins as players who came through the club’s system.
What Comes Next
Simon Meier is expected to be absent from Kloten’s lineup for five to six weeks after sustaining an injury in practice.