Tobias Eder, who represented Germany in last year’s World Hockey Championships, has died following cancer treatment, his club confirmed on 29 January.
26-year-old, Eder had been battling a malignant tumor since his diagnosis in August 2024.
Highlights
- The German hockey federation sent their heartfelt thoughts to his family, fiancée, friends, and teammates, letting them know they have full support as they go through this painful time.
- Tobias Eder had shared several pictures with his fiancée, Ina, including one in April 2024, where he was seen kissing her while holding the championship trophy.
- Even after Tobias’ cancer diagnosis, Ina posted a picture of her engagement ring on Instagram with the caption, “Today, tomorrow, forever.”
His team, Eisbaeren Berlin, shared that he passed away due to complications from the illness.
Last season, Tobias Eder scored 22 goals and recorded 31 points in 52 games with Eisbären Berlin.
During the same period, he earned one goal and three points in seven appearances with Germany’s national team.
Throughout his career, Eder accumulated 68 goals and 129 points in 263 games in the DEL while registering 5 goals and 9 points in 27 games with Germany’s national team.
Tobias Eder Posts Photo Of Fiancée’s Stunning Engagement Ring On Instagram
The German hockey federation remembered the moments with Tobias Eder, feeling incredibly thankful for their time together.
They also sent their heartfelt thoughts to his family, fiancée, friends, and teammates, letting them know they have full support as they navigate this painful time.
We remember the many funny, beautiful and special moments that we were able to experience with Tobi and say goodbye with great gratitude for the time we spent together.
The German Hockey Federation
“At the same time, our thoughts are with his family, his fiancée, his friends and teammates, who of course have our full support during these difficult days
On March 21, 2023, Tobias Eder posted a picture with his partner, Ina, whose Instagram is private.
The caption read “tobini,” a blend of their names, a common way for romantic couples to create a unique tag or nickname for themselves.
Tobias Eder had shared several pictures with his fiancée, Ina, including one in April 2024, where he was seen kissing her while holding the championship trophy.
Even after Tobias’ cancer diagnosis, Ina stayed strong and hopeful.
She posted a picture of her engagement ring on Instagram with the caption, “Today, tomorrow, forever,” a beautiful expression of her commitment to him and their love through everything they were going through.
Family And Community Mourns The Loss Of Tobias Eder
Upon hearing the news of Tobias Eder’s passing, Jerry Green expressed his heartbreak, stating that Tobi and his brother Andy grew up alongside their son, Julian, playing hockey together.
Tobi and Andy went on to have successful careers in professional hockey in Germany and proudly represented the German National Team.
Jerry shared that he had known Tobi since birth and described him as an exceptionally talented young man.
Tobias Eder of Eisbären Berlin and German National Team Succumbs To Cancer. I’m heartbroken to hear this news. Tobi and his brother Andy grew up with our son, Julian, and they all played hockey together. Both Tobi and Andy went on to play professional hockey in Germany and proudly represent the German Hockey national team. We have known Tobi since he was born, and he was an exceptionally talented young man. Our hearts go out to his family during this difficult time.
Jerry Green
Similarly, Leon Draisaitl, forward for the Edmonton Oilers, shared a tribute to Eder on his Instagram, posting a photo with the caption: “Rest in peace, Toni“
Eder represented Germany in three games at last year’s World Championships, scoring a goal against Slovakia in a 6-4 victory.
Additional Information
- Tobias Eder’s Fiance hails from Berlin, Germany.
- On 28 January, Eisbären ‘s game against ERC Ingolstadt, scheduled for 29 January, was postponed because of Eder. The game is scheduled to take place on February 26th (7:30 p.m.)
- He went to the Eisbären via EHC Red Bull Munich and Düsseldorfer EG.
