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HPK vs SaiPa predictions, Feb 27, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish SM-liiga, on Friday,

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As HPK Hockey prepares to host SaiPa in an intriguing matchup on February 27, 2026, recent form suggests a stark contrast between the two teams. HPK comes into this game looking to improve, having secured victories in 2 of their last 5 matches. However, the home side will face a formidable challenge against SaiPa, who are in exceptional form, having won all of their last 5 encounters.

From a tactical standpoint, HPK will need to leverage their home-ice advantage and focus on tightening their defensive structure, especially against a SaiPa side that is exhibiting prolific scoring capabilities. SaiPa’s momentum is undeniable, and their relentless offense places substantial pressure on opposing defenses, making them a tough opponent to handle.

The bookmakers reflect this disparity, with odds favoring SaiPa at 2.2 compared to HPK’s 2.7. Our model further indicates a 36.8% probability for a home win, 24.3% for a draw, and a 40% chance of an away victory, underscoring the visitor’s recent dominance. While HPK will strive to capitalize on any weaknesses shown by the visitors, the outcome remains uncertain, making this clash a crucial point of contention in the SM-liiga standings.

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HPK
39.6%		 Draw
23.8%		 SaiPa
36.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Saipa: 7.15% Hameenlinna: 0.88%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.32 3.87 2.53
2.42 3.85 2.65
2.38 4.05 2.51
2.25 3.75 2.45
2.35 3.95 2.55

Latest Results

19.02.26 HPK Hockey – KalPa hockey – 2:1 penalties
17.02.26 Vaasan Sport – HPK Hockey – 0:4
14.02.26 HPK Hockey – KooKoo – 2:4
13.02.26 KooKoo – HPK Hockey – 7:3
10.02.26 TPS hockey – HPK Hockey – 3:1		 25.02.26 TPS hockey – SaiPa hockey – 1:3
21.02.26 SaiPa hockey – KooKoo – 6:2
15.02.26 Ässät hockey – SaiPa hockey – 3:4 OT
14.02.26 SaiPa hockey – HIFK Hockey – 5:3
11.02.26 SaiPa hockey – Ässät hockey – 4:0

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, HPK won 1.
  • HPK has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • SaiPa is in superb shape, having picked up a string of victories recently (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • SaiPa may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, HPK won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 15 matches, and goals 48:60. (average 2.4:3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, HPK won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 22:33. (average 2:3).

    Latest Head To Head

    10.10.25 HPK Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 1:2
    01.10.25 SaiPa hockey – HPK Hockey – 3:2 OT
    14.03.25 HPK Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 2:3
    19.02.25 SaiPa hockey – HPK Hockey – 3:5
    05.12.24 HPK Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 1:5

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 51 31 2 3 15 188:125 100
    2 SaiPa 53 27 6 7 13 182:142 100
    3 KooKoo 52 28 7 1 16 187:132 99
    4 Lukko 53 26 7 3 17 162:133 95
    5 JYP 51 24 9 4 14 175:150 94
    6 Ilves 53 25 7 4 17 163:134 93
    7 KalPa 53 25 6 5 17 159:150 92
    8 Assat 53 23 6 4 20 149:144 85
    9 Kiekko-Espoo 54 19 4 10 21 134:150 75
    10 Pelicans 52 17 7 7 21 115:136 72
    11 TPS Turku 54 15 7 8 24 127:154 67
    12 IFK Helsinki 51 18 4 4 25 116:166 66
    13 Hameenlinna 52 14 7 8 23 124:145 64
    14 Karpat 53 15 5 5 28 157:172 60
    15 Jukurit 52 15 4 6 27 116:142 59
    16 Vaasan Sport 53 9 1 10 33 103:182 39

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.52 (35.01%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.5 (19.64%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 9.2 (9.61%)

    4. Saipa: 12.36 (7.15%)

    5. JYP Jyvaskyla: 13 (6.8%)

    6. KooKoo: 15.4 (5.74%)

    7. Kalpa Kuopio: 17.4 (5.08%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 21 (4.21%)

    9. Karpat Oulu: 58.2 (1.52%)

    10. Assat Pori: 81.4 (1.09%)

    11. Pelicans Lahti: 100.2 (0.88%)

    12. TPS Turku: 100.2 (0.88%)

    13. Hameenlinna: 100.2 (0.88%)

    14. Kiekko-Espoo: 110.2 (0.8%)

    15. Jukurit: 180.2 (0.49%)

    16. Vaasan Sport: 380.2 (0.23%)

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