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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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.46 | 5 | 6 | ||
| 1.39 | 5.2 | 6.6 | ||
| 1.36 | 4.75 | 5.5 | ||
| 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
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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