Pelicans vs Vaasan Sport predictions, Feb 27, 2026

Feb 25, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish SM-liiga, on Friday,

Pelicans

Vaasa

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As Pelicans prepare to host Vaasan Sport on February 27, 2026, both teams are looking to capitalize on their current form in the Finnish SM-liiga. The Pelicans enter the match with a modest record, having won 2 of their last 5 outings. Their recent victories have showcased a tactical solidity, with an emphasis on defensive play and effective puck management, which they will aim to exploit against a struggling Vaasan Sport side.

Conversely, Vaasan Sport has had a challenging stretch, failing to secure a win in their last 5 games. Their inability to find the back of the net consistently has highlighted weaknesses in both offensive and defensive phases, making them vulnerable on the road. The odds heavily favor Pelicans at 1.38 to win, compared to Vaasan Sport’s odds of 6.66, reflecting both teams’ recent performances.

Our model predicts a 62.4% chance of a home win, with 19.7% for a draw and 15.3% for an away victory. While Pelicans are likely to leverage their home advantage, the outcome remains uncertain. Both teams will be eager to improve their standings, making this matchup crucial for their respective campaigns.

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Pelicans
66.3%		 Draw
18.5%		 Vaasa
15.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 4:1

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Vaasan Sport: 0.23%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.46 5 6
MarathonBet 1.39 5.2 6.6
WilliamHill 1.36 4.75 5.5
Pinnacle 1.39 5.11 6.39

Latest Results

25.02.26 Pelicans Hockey – Ilves hockey – 2:1
20.02.26 Pelicans Hockey – Tappara hockey – 4:3
17.02.26 Pelicans Hockey – Kärpat Oulu – 0:5
14.02.26 JYP Hockey – Pelicans Hockey – 3:2 OT
13.02.26 Pelicans Hockey – JYP Hockey – 9:2		 25.02.26 Vaasan Sport – KooKoo – 3:4
21.02.26 Ässät hockey – Vaasan Sport – 4:1
17.02.26 Vaasan Sport – HPK Hockey – 0:4
14.02.26 Vaasan Sport – TPS hockey – 1:4
13.02.26 TPS hockey – Vaasan Sport – 3:1

Facts

  • This match features a clash between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 10 in the zone Promotion ~ Liiga (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 16).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Pelicans won 4.
  • Recent performances by Pelicans have been up and down (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Vaasa is going through a series of losses (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Recently, Pelicans has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, Pelicans is the clear favorite.
  • We predict that Pelicans will win today’s game, with odds of 1.4.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Pelicans won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 47:42. (average 2.4:2.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Pelicans won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 21:18. (average 2.3:2).

    Latest Head To Head

    24.01.26 Vaasan Sport – Pelicans Hockey – 2:3
    11.12.25 Vaasan Sport – Pelicans Hockey – 0:4
    05.12.25 Pelicans Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 3:0
    28.02.25 Pelicans Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 5:0
    28.12.24 Vaasan Sport – Pelicans Hockey – 3:2 OT

    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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