SaiPa vs HPK predictions, Feb 28, 2026

Finnish SM-liiga, Kisapuisto (Lappeenranta) on Saturday,

SaiPa

HPK

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As SaiPa prepares to host HPK in the Finnish SM-liiga on February 28, 2026, the match promises to be an intriguing encounter given both teams’ recent performances. SaiPa enters this fixture with an impressive run, having won all of their last five matches, showcasing a formidable blend of offense and defense. Their current form suggests a well-balanced squad capable of maintaining pressure and executing effective transitions on the ice.

Conversely, HPK has encountered a more challenging stretch, winning only 2 of their last 5 games. Despite their struggles, they possess the potential to disrupt SaiPa’s momentum if they can leverage their chances and tighten defensive organization. The odds reflect this disparity, favoring SaiPa at 1.75, compared to HPK’s 3.69.

Our model predicts a 50.2% likelihood of a home victory, with a final score projected at 3-2. Tactical approaches could play a pivotal role; SaiPa will likely exploit their home-ice advantage, while HPK may need to adopt a counter-attacking strategy to capitalize on any SaiPa errors. Ultimately, as both teams jostle for crucial points, fans can expect an exciting contest where no outcome is guaranteed.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-02-27T14:52:02+00:00.

SaiPa
52.7%
Draw
21.3%
HPK
26%

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
MarathonBet 1.8 4.4 3.57
WilliamHill 1.7 4.2 3.4
Pinnacle 1.75 4.39 3.69

Latest Results

27.02.26 HPK Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 1:5
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
27.02.26 HPK Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 1:5
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

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, SaiPa won 4.
  • SaiPa has been on a winning streak and is in great shape (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • HPK‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • SaiPa may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, SaiPa is the team to beat.
  • We predict that SaiPa will win today’s game, with odds of 1.75.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, SaiPa won 15 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 60:45. (average 3:2.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, SaiPa won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 27:26. (average 3:2.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    27.02.26 HPK Hockey – SaiPa hockey – 1:5
    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

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 SaiPa 54 28 6 7 13 187:143 103
    2 KooKoo 53 29 7 1 16 190:134 102
    3 Tappara 51 31 2 3 15 188:125 100
    4 Lukko 53 26 7 3 17 162:133 95
    5 JYP 52 24 9 4 15 177:153 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 53 17 8 7 21 118:138 74
    11 IFK Helsinki 52 18 4 5 25 118:169 67
    12 TPS Turku 54 15 7 8 24 127:154 67
    13 Hameenlinna 53 14 7 8 24 125:150 64
    14 Jukurit 53 15 5 6 27 119:144 61
    15 Karpat 53 15 5 5 28 157:172 60
    16 Vaasan Sport 54 9 1 11 33 105:185 40

    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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