MARIUS BULTER NEWS

Won't return before Christmas Bulter (thigh) is out until after the winter break, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "Marius will not return before Christmas."

Impact Bulter is still out and going to be there for a while, as he will not be off the sidelines until after the winter break. This will leave him with a return date of Jan. 11 against Wolfsburg, that is if his recovery goes to plan. Haris Tabakovic should continue to see the start while he is out.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out with thigh issues Butler is out until further notice due to a thigh injury, according to his club.

Impact Butler is heading for the sidelines, with the attacker suffering a thigh injury after his early exit from Saturday's match. He has been a regular starter and has bagged five goal contributions this season, so this will force a change, with Mergim Berisha as a likely replacement. He will hope for a return soon but should be marked out for Thursday and Sunday's games.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Injured late Bulter took an off target shot, crossed five times (three accurate) and created four chances during Saturday's 4-3 win over Leipzig, but also was injured in the match.

Impact Bulter led Hoffenheim with his four chances created with his injury coming late in the match after his side had used all of their substitutes. The extent of Bulter's injury should be determined ahead of mid week action in Europe against Braga.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Bulter scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created one chance and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 3-1 win over Bochum.

Impact Bulter first sent the ball into the back of the net early in the second half, but the goal was disallowed due to an offside. The forward had to wait until the 64th minute to celebrate as he scored his team's second goal after picking up a great through pass. That's now four goals over seven league starts for the attacker, who looks like a strong candidate for a breakout season.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Scores early brace Sunday Bulter scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-3 loss to Werder Bremen.

Impact Butler scored two goals in the first eight minutes of Sunday's match, a brilliant start to his outing. His goals were eventually nullified in Bremen's comeback win, but it was still a great outing for Butler. He was subbed off in the 69th minute for Max Moerstedt.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in defeat Bulter scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Union Berlin.

Impact Bulter notched his first goal of the season as he reduced the deficit in the 67th minute of the match. Additionally, the forward delivered five crosses in the contest.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Crosses three times Bulter took two shots (one on goal), crossed three times (one accurate) and created a chance during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Bulter was held off the scoresheet, but did tie for the team-high with three crosses in the match. The attacker has started each of Hoffenheim's opening three fixtures providing an assist while combining for five shots, three chances created and nine crosses.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Finds assist Bulter assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win against Holstein Kiel.

Impact Bulter is off to a flying start in the new season, bagging an assist in the season opener after finding Andrej Kramaric in the 37th minute for the second goal of the contest. He started and played 69 minutes in the match. He will look to continue seeing starting time, as he held a rotational role in the previous season after starting in 15 of his 30 appearances.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Nets late game winner Bulter scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 3-2 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Bulter found the back of the net in the 92nd minute after entering the match as a substitute in the 60th. The goal was the first of Bulter's Hoffenheim career, though Bulter hasn't started in any of his club's last four matches.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Bulter assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win against Wolfsburg.

Impact Bulter logged the assist to 1899 Hoffenheim's first goal, scored by John Brooks. Already, he has equaled his assist tally of the 2019-20 and 2022-23 Bundesliga seasons. Bulter has an excellent opportunity to finish this campaign with multiple assists, something he did not achieve in the league's first division before moving from Schalke.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in Bundesliga Bulter will stay in the Bundesliga after agreeing to a transfer to Hoffenheim from Schalke for an undisclosed amount, the team announced.

Impact Bulter had been the team's top scorer last season with 11 along with an assist in 30 starts. This included scoring two braces during the season. His talent should remain in the Bundesliga, which is why the forward agreed to a move to Hoffenheim after Schalke was relegated back to the Bundesliga 2. He will be a great fit for the attack alongside Andrej Kramaric, who scored 12 goals with the club last season.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will end season as starter Bulter registered four crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 4-2 loss versus RB Leipzig.

Impact Bulter will end the season on a positive note, making 13 starts in the last 13 appearances, recording eight goals and one assist on 51 crosses (12 accurate) in that span. This gives him 11 goals and 118 crosses for the season, which is his career-high in the Bundesliga. Sadly, the midfielder will play for Bundesliga 2 for the second time with the club with Schalke being relegated following the conclusion of the season Saturday.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from suspension Bulter will be available for selection in next weekend's clash against RB Leipzig after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Bulter was not involved in Saturday's draw with Eintracht Frankfurt as he was suspended for yellow card accumulation, the first Bundesliga game he's missed throughout this campaign. But he will be able to return in the season finale versus Leipzig next weekend.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed suspension Bulter was given his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's 6-0 loss to Bayern Munich.

Impact Bulter will be forced to sit out Saturday after being given his fifth yellow card of the season. He's made 12 straight starts, scoring eight goals with an assist in that span. Kenan Karaman is expected to lineup with Rodrigo Zalazar and Tim Starke in the offensive midfield against Eintracht Frankfurt.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records brace Bulter scored two goals to go with five shots (five on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 3-2 victory against Mainz.

Impact It took fewer than four games for Bulter to log another brace. With eight goals across his last 10 appearances, he is a promising option to consider despite FC Schalke 04's demanding schedule ahead.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace on Friday Bulter scored twice while taking five shots (three on goal), crossing three times (one accurate) and creating a chance during Friday's 5-2 win over Hertha Berlin.

Impact Bulter found the back of the net in the 13th and 78th minutes scoring two of Schalke's five goals. The attacker is the main threat for Schalke every time out leading the club with nine goals, 55 shots, 100 crosses and 33 chances created in his 28 appearances.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots Bulter took three shots (one on goal) and crossed four times (one accurate) during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Hoffenheim.

Impact Bulter was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Schalke were shutout on Sunday. The attacker has been the main bright spot for his club on the campaign, leading Schalke in goals, shots, crosses and chances created in his 27 appearances.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK in stoppage time Bulter scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw at FC Augsburg.

Impact Bulter converted a PK in the 94th minute to help his side avoid the road loss and earn the draw. The forward now has scored for the fourth game in a row, and that was his seventh goal in the season. He also tooke the second most shots for his side.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists in draw Bulter scored one goal from his only shot and assisted another from three chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw to Borussia Dortmund, while also registering six crosses (one accur...

Impact Bulter had a good performance during their home draw, first scoring the 1-1 equalizer in the 50th minute before assisting Kenan Karaman in the 79th. The midfielder now has six goals and one assist in the season. He also led his side in crosses and chances created during the match.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Bulter scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Bochum.

Impact Bulter logged his fifth goal of the 2022-23 Bundesliga. After his goal drought from September to mid-February, he now has goals across back-to-back appearances. Bulter will look to use this positive momentum when FC Schalke 04 hosts Borussia Dortmund next Saturday.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Stuttgart Bulter scored a goal off his lone shot, created two chances and drew three fouls during Saturday's 2-1 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Bulter scored his side's second goal with an amazing backheel finish in the 40th minute, his first since scoring three times over a four-match span back in August. The attacker had a nice first half but then couldn't keep the same level of play during the second frame but may have done enough to remain in the lineup for next Saturday's visit to Bochum.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Bulter had two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (one accurate), and two chances created in Wednesday's 1-0 victory versus FSV Mainz 05.

Impact Bulter created two chances during Wednesday's win as he continued his red-hot form. The winger has found a new life on the left wing after spending most of the early portions of the season moving around the attack. Bulter has created slightly over a chance per game, with 16 chances created in 14 appearances (13 starts.)

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots versus Werder Bulter had five shots (one on target), created one chance and sent in three crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Werder Bremen.

Impact Bulter didn't play exactly well and was subbed off after 64 minutes but his activity on the attacking end boosted his stat line, especially the team-leading five shots attempted. After scoring three times over the first four matches of the season, the attacker has been scoreless over the last nine.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Acquires three shots Butler acquired three shots and two clearances during Saturday's 0-0 draw against Wolfsburg.

Impact Butler has had a strong start to the season finishing two goals on eighth shots in only three appearances. With his first match of the 2022 season without a goal, Butler still proved his value in setting up opportunities and applying pressure to the Wolfsburg squad.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records goal Bulter scored one goal during a 2-2 draw against Monchengladbach on Saturday.

Impact Patrick Herrmann accidentally touched the ball with his hand during the final minutes of Saturday's game, allowing Bulter a chance to equalize with a penalty kick. He scored, saving a crucial point for Schalke and creating a goal streak for himself.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE