Every Sunday, our NHL-crew is looking back at the past week and provides a summary and evaluation of the performances and results of the Swiss players and their respective teams.

As HC Lugano informs on Twitter, Italian-American forward Dan Spang has been taking part in the Bianconeri's practice this morning. He could be joining Lugano as a reinforcement for the Spengler Cup.

The coaching change seems to have paid off: The Swiss women's national team with new head coach Daniela Diaz has won the four-nations tournament for the "Coupe de Noël" in Amiens (FRA).

As SC Bern announces, they have found a replacement for their injured goalie Marco Bührer. They have signed Czech goaltender Jakub Stepanek until the end of the season. He will arrive in the capital city this weekend.

As the SIHF announces, they have taken notice of the controversy regarding Lausanne HC's majority shareholder and have already initiated investigations into the matter a couple of days ago.