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Carmine Buono absent from HC Bozen for personal reasons

By IceHockeyMan Editorial Team | Published:

Story Summary

HC Bozen are without defenceman Carmine Buono after the 29-year-old returned to Canada for personal reasons. The length of his absence is not yet known.

Buono joined the South Tyrol club this season and has made 12 win2day ICE Hockey League appearances, registering four assists. His temporary departure leaves HC Bozen with a gap on the blue line.

Key Facts

  • Carmine Buono has travelled back to Canada for several days for personal reasons.
  • The 29-year-old defenceman’s return date has not been confirmed.
  • Buono joined HC Bozen this season.
  • He has recorded four assists in 12 ICEHL matches for HC Bozen.

IHM Discussion

The immediate issue for HC Bozen is a short-term reduction in defensive options rather than a confirmed long-term absence. Buono has been part of the club’s ICEHL squad throughout his first season in South Tyrol, and his four assists show that he has contributed offensively from the back end.

There is no indication of how long he will be away, so the situation remains open-ended. HC Bozen will need to manage without one of their available defencemen until Buono is able to return.

Why It Matters

Even a temporary absence can test a club’s defensive depth during an ICEHL campaign. Buono’s 12 appearances mean HC Bozen are missing a player who has already been involved regularly this season, while the uncertainty over the length of his absence prevents any clear timetable for his return.

HC Bozen bring Marinelli in as Domingue cover

By IceHockeyMan Editorial Team | Published:

Story Summary

HC Bozen have moved to reinforce their goaltending depth by bringing in Lorenzo Marinelli while first-choice netminder Louis Domingue deals with discomfort. The 25-year-old is expected to be in the Foxes squad for Wednesday’s derby against HC Innsbruck.

Domingue felt discomfort during the warm-up before the game against the Black Wings Linz. The issue may prove short-lived, with the goalkeeper potentially able to return for Sunday’s away game against KAC. Until then, Marco Costantini is expected to receive the opportunity in goal, while Marinelli provides additional cover.

Marinelli returns to familiar surroundings. Born in Merano and raised in Bolzano, he developed through Academy Bozen and Merano before making his senior debut for the Adler in 2018. He remained with the club until 2023, then gained IHL experience with Varese, Aosta and Brixen. He also attended HC Bozen’s training camp in Corvara during the summer.

Key Facts

  • HC Bozen have added 25-year-old goalkeeper Lorenzo Marinelli after Louis Domingue experienced discomfort.
  • Marinelli is expected to be included in the Foxes squad for Wednesday’s derby against HC Innsbruck.
  • Domingue felt discomfort during the warm-up before the game against the Black Wings Linz.
  • Domingue could return for HC Bozen’s away game against KAC on Sunday.
  • Marco Costantini is expected to be given the chance in goal before Domingue’s potential return.
  • Marinelli made his senior debut for the Adler in 2018 and remained at the club until 2023.
  • After leaving Bolzano, Marinelli played in the IHL with Varese, Aosta and Brixen.

IHM Discussion

The move gives HC Bozen a straightforward short-term answer to a sudden question in net. Rather than leaving Costantini as the only immediate option while Domingue is unavailable, the club have added a goalkeeper who already knows both the area and the organisation.

That familiarity matters in a temporary cover role. Marinelli arrives after taking part in the summer training camp in Corvara, so his integration should not begin from zero. His first job is not necessarily to displace either established option, but to ensure the Foxes have a further available goaltender as they manage Domingue’s situation cautiously.

Costantini remains an important part of the picture. HC Bozen have indicated that he is likely to receive the trust in the immediate term, following a strong recent spell. Marinelli’s addition therefore strengthens the group around him rather than settling a longer-term hierarchy.

Why It Matters

HC Bozen are protecting a key position while leading the ICEHL standings. Goaltending depth can become decisive quickly when a starter encounters an issue close to a fixture, particularly with a derby against Innsbruck next on the schedule.

The acquisition also has a wider squad-building element. Marinelli is a domestic goalkeeper, and his arrival could give the club additional room for possible future recruitment, including at foreign defenceman. That is a potential strategic benefit rather than a confirmed next move, but it explains why a familiar local option carries value beyond immediate emergency cover.

IHM Market Outlook

Marinelli’s arrival is a depth-focused addition with possible roster flexibility attached. HC Bozen have not announced a further signing, but the club believe a domestic goalkeeper could create additional scope for future reinforcement, including on defence.

For now, the more immediate market significance is practical: the Foxes have acted quickly without committing the available information to a longer-term contract or permanent change in their goaltending order.

Mini Q&A

Why have HC Bozen signed Lorenzo Marinelli?

HC Bozen have added Marinelli as short-term goaltending cover after Louis Domingue experienced discomfort before the Black Wings Linz game.

When could Lorenzo Marinelli first be available?

Marinelli is expected to be in HC Bozen’s squad for Wednesday’s derby against HC Innsbruck.

Could Louis Domingue return soon?

Domingue could return for HC Bozen’s away game against KAC on Sunday.

Coach Mark Comment

The key coaching benefit is simple preparation. With three goalkeepers available, HC Bozen can avoid placing unnecessary pressure on Costantini if Domingue is not ready, while keeping the team’s match preparation stable. A goalkeeper already familiar with the club environment should make the short-term transition more manageable.

What Comes Next

HC Bozen are expected to decide whether Teemu Kivihalme can return against HC Innsbruck after Wednesday morning’s final training session. In goal, Marinelli is expected to be available for the derby, while Domingue could return for the away game against KAC on Sunday.

IHM Final View

HC Bozen have responded pragmatically to an untimely goaltending concern. Marinelli supplies immediate cover, Costantini is set for a prominent short-term role, and Domingue’s possible Sunday return means the club are preparing for uncertainty without treating the issue as a long absence.