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As the Finnish SM-liiga matchup approaches, Pelicans prepare to host KalPa on September 9, 2026. Both teams exhibit equal recent form, each securing three victories in their last five matches, indicating a balanced rivalry heading into this contest.
Pelicans have shown promising offensive capabilities, complemented by a solid home crowd backing, which could give them an edge in this encounter. Their previous performances suggest effective puck movement and a commitment to aggressive forechecking, likely aimed at capitalizing on any defensive lapses from KalPa. The home advantage is reflected in the bookmakers’ odds, favoring Pelicans at 2.18.
On the other hand, KalPa, while also displaying a strong recent record, will need to bolster their defensive game to counteract Pelicans’ offensive strategies. Their tactical discipline and ability to exploit counterattacks could be key factors in their gameplay. The odds for an away win at 2.85 highlight their potential for an upset if they can execute their game plan effectively.
Our model forecasts a 42.3% probability for a home victory, a 34.1% chance for an away win, and a 24% likelihood of a draw. As both teams look to assert their dominance, the outcome remains uncertain, promising an intriguing battle on the ice.
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| Pelicans 43.4% |
Draw 23.4% |
KalPa 33.2% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.18 | 4.05 | 2.85 |
Latest Results
| 05.09.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Pelicans Hockey – 1:2 04.09.26 Pelicans Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 6:3 25.08.26 Pelicans Hockey – KooKoo – 7:0 21.08.26 Pelicans Hockey – Kiekko-Espoo – 2:4 19.08.26 KooKoo – Pelicans Hockey – 4:1 |
04.09.26 KalPa hockey – Mikkelin Jukurit – 4:0 01.09.26 Kiekko-Espoo – KalPa hockey – 5:1 27.08.26 KalPa hockey – JYP Hockey – 5:2 21.08.26 HIFK Hockey – KalPa hockey – 1:3 20.08.26 Ilves hockey – KalPa hockey – 1:0 OT |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 10.02.26 KalPa hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 5:3 16.01.26 Pelicans Hockey – KalPa hockey – 1:3 03.01.26 KalPa hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 2:1 03.10.25 Pelicans Hockey – KalPa hockey – 0:1 penalties 01.03.25 KalPa hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 6:3 |
Standings
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | TPS Turku | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9:3 | 6 |
| 2 | Pelicans | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8:4 | 6 |
| 3 | Lukko | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7:4 | 3 |
| 4 | Kiekko-Espoo | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6:3 | 3 |
| 5 | Assat | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6:4 | 3 |
| 6 | SaiPa | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4:2 | 3 |
| 7 | Hameenlinna | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7:6 | 3 |
| 8 | Karpat | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6:5 | 3 |
| 9 | JYP | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4:3 | 3 |
| 10 | KalPa | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5:5 | 3 |
| 11 | IFK Helsinki | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6:8 | 3 |
| 12 | Ilves | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3:5 | 3 |
| 13 | Jukurit | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5:8 | 3 |
| 14 | Vaasan Sport | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8:14 | 2 |
| 15 | Jokerit | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6:12 | 1 |
| 16 | Tappara | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2:4 | 0 |
| 17 | KooKoo | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2:4 | 0 |
Finnish SM-liiga Outrights
1. Tappara: 3.09 (27.67%)
2. Ilves Tampere: 7.77 (11%)
3. Lukko Rauman: 10.24 (8.35%)
4. IFK Helsinki: 10.91 (7.84%)
5. JYP Jyvaskyla: 11.57 (7.39%)
6. Jokerit: 13 (6.58%)
7. Karpat Oulu: 16 (5.34%)
8. KooKoo: 18.14 (4.71%)
9. Kalpa Kuopio: 18.47 (4.63%)
10. Saipa: 23.69 (3.61%)
11. Kiekko-Espoo: 25.5 (3.35%)
12. Hameenlinna: 35.58 (2.4%)
13. Assat Pori: 39.46 (2.17%)
14. TPS Turku: 40.13 (2.13%)
15. Pelicans Lahti: 43.46 (1.97%)
16. Vaasan Sport: 175.5 (0.49%)
17. Jukurit: 228.89 (0.37%)
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