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As Mikkelin Jukurit prepares to host Kärpät Oulu on February 20, 2026, the matchup is crucial for both teams striving to solidify their standings in the Finnish SM-liiga. Jukurit enters the contest with a challenging record, having secured just one victory in their last five outings. This struggle may stem from inconsistencies in both offense and defense, making it imperative for them to find form at home.
In contrast, Kärpät has enjoyed slightly better fortunes, winning two of their last five matches. Their recent performances suggest a more cohesive tactical approach, particularly in transition play and forechecking. The away side’s ability to capitalize on opponents’ mistakes could be pivotal in this encounter.
Bookmakers favor Kärpät with odds of 2.14 compared to Jukurit’s 3.04, reflecting the visitors’ competitive edge. Statistical models indicate a 32.6% chance of a home win for Jukurit, with a 41% probability in favor of an away victory for Kärpät, and a draw at 27.3%. Given the teams’ recent form and tactical capabilities, this match promises to be closely contested, though outcomes remain uncertain.
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| Jukurit 30.6% |
Draw 24.6% |
Kärpät 44.9% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3
Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Jukurit: 0.49%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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3.1 | 3.64 | 2.04 | |
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3.04 | 3.94 | 2.13 | |
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3.08 | 4 | 2.05 | |
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2.7 | 3.6 | 2.1 | |
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3.16 | 3.75 | 2.05 | |
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3.15 | 3.75 | 2.05 |
Latest Results
| 18.02.26 Ässät hockey – Mikkelin Jukurit – 5:3 14.02.26 Ilves hockey – Mikkelin Jukurit – 6:2 13.02.26 Mikkelin Jukurit – Kiekko-Espoo – 3:2 penalties 11.02.26 Kiekko-Espoo – Mikkelin Jukurit – 1:0 07.02.26 KalPa hockey – Mikkelin Jukurit – 2:0 |
18.02.26 KooKoo – Kärpat Oulu – 4:3 17.02.26 Pelicans Hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 0:5 14.02.26 Kärpat Oulu – KalPa hockey – 3:1 13.02.26 Kärpat Oulu – KalPa hockey – 2:5 07.02.26 Kärpat Oulu – Ilves hockey – 1:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 20.12.25 Kärpat Oulu – Mikkelin Jukurit – 3:2 penalties 12.11.25 Kärpat Oulu – Mikkelin Jukurit – 4:3 penalties 10.10.25 Mikkelin Jukurit – Kärpat Oulu – 6:3 25.01.25 Mikkelin Jukurit – Kärpat Oulu – 2:3 18.12.24 Kärpat Oulu – Mikkelin Jukurit – 1:2 OT |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Tappara | 50 | 31 | 2 | 3 | 14 | 185:121 | 100 |
| 2 | KooKoo | 50 | 27 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 181:123 | 96 |
| 3 | SaiPa | 51 | 25 | 6 | 7 | 13 | 173:139 | 94 |
| 4 | Lukko | 52 | 25 | 7 | 3 | 17 | 160:132 | 92 |
| 5 | Ilves | 51 | 24 | 7 | 4 | 16 | 158:129 | 90 |
| 6 | KalPa | 50 | 25 | 5 | 4 | 16 | 152:142 | 89 |
| 7 | JYP | 49 | 22 | 9 | 4 | 14 | 165:147 | 88 |
| 8 | Assat | 52 | 22 | 6 | 4 | 20 | 145:143 | 82 |
| 9 | Kiekko-Espoo | 51 | 18 | 4 | 9 | 20 | 128:145 | 71 |
| 10 | TPS Turku | 52 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 22 | 123:143 | 67 |
| 11 | IFK Helsinki | 50 | 18 | 4 | 4 | 24 | 116:162 | 66 |
| 12 | Pelicans | 50 | 15 | 7 | 7 | 21 | 109:132 | 66 |
| 13 | Hameenlinna | 51 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 23 | 122:144 | 62 |
| 14 | Karpat | 52 | 15 | 5 | 5 | 27 | 153:167 | 60 |
| 15 | Jukurit | 50 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 26 | 110:136 | 56 |
| 16 | Vaasan Sport | 51 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 31 | 99:174 | 39 |
Finnish SM-liiga Outrights
1. Tappara: 2.52 (35.2%)
2. Ilves Tampere: 4.5 (19.74%)
3. Lukko Rauman: 9.2 (9.66%)
4. Saipa: 12.6 (7.05%)
5. JYP Jyvaskyla: 13.4 (6.63%)
6. KooKoo: 15.8 (5.62%)
7. Kalpa Kuopio: 17.8 (4.99%)
8. IFK Helsinki: 21 (4.23%)
9. Karpat Oulu: 58.2 (1.53%)
10. Assat Pori: 77.4 (1.15%)
11. Pelicans Lahti: 100.2 (0.89%)
12. TPS Turku: 100.2 (0.89%)
13. Hameenlinna: 100.2 (0.89%)
14. Kiekko-Espoo: 110.2 (0.81%)
15. Jukurit: 180.2 (0.49%)
16. Vaasan Sport: 380.2 (0.23%)
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