Vaasan Sport vs HPK predictions, Feb 17, 2026

Feb 15, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Finnish SM-liiga, on Tuesday,

Vaasan Sport

HPK

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As Vaasan Sport prepares to host HPK Hockey in a pivotal Finnish SM-liiga clash on February 17, 2026, recent form heavily favors the visitors. Vaasan Sport has struggled significantly, failing to secure a win in their last five matches, indicating potential defensive weaknesses and an inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. On the other hand, HPK Hockey arrives with a notable improvement in their performance, securing victories in two of their last five encounters, suggesting a resurgence in form.

The bookmakers reflect this disparity, with odds of 4.55 for a home win compared to 1.64 for an away victory, illustrating a clear expectation of HPK dominance in this matchup. Our predictive model indicates a 53.9% probability of an away win, alongside a draw forecasted at 23.8%, and a mere 21.7% chance for Vaasan Sport to claim the points on home ice.

Tactically, HPK may leverage their recent momentum, potentially employing a balanced offensive strategy while maintaining a strong defensive line to stifle Vaasan’s scoring attempts. In contrast, Vaasan will need to address their deficiencies to reverse their fortunes at home. As both teams take the ice, the outcome remains uncertain, but HPK’s recent form suggests they hold the upper hand.

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Vaasa
20.8%		 Draw
22.1%		 HPK
57.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3

Outrights of Finnish SM-liiga Hameenlinna: 0.89% Vaasan Sport: 0.23%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 4.57 4 1.62
MarathonBet 4.34 4.5 1.64
WilliamHill 4 4.2 1.53
Pinnacle 4.53 4.12 1.65
Best for US Customers 4.75 4 1.64

Latest Results

14.02.26 Vaasan Sport – TPS hockey – 1:4
13.02.26 TPS hockey – Vaasan Sport – 3:1
10.02.26 KooKoo – Vaasan Sport – 4:1
08.02.26 Vaasan Sport – SaiPa hockey – 0:4
07.02.26 Vaasan Sport – SaiPa hockey – 2:3 OT		 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
07.02.26 HPK Hockey – Ässät hockey – 3:1
05.02.26 JYP Hockey – HPK Hockey – 4:5 penalties

Facts

  • In this match, only outsiders will meet (ranked 16 and 13).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Vaasa won 1.
  • Vaasa is on a losing streak (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • In recent matches, HPK has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • In this match, HPK is a strong favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Vaasa won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 40:59. (average 2:3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Vaasa won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 21:26. (average 2.3:2.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.11.25 HPK Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 4:1
    11.10.25 Vaasan Sport – HPK Hockey – 4:5 OT
    13.09.25 HPK Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 4:1
    01.03.25 HPK Hockey – Vaasan Sport – 3:2
    29.01.25 Vaasan Sport – HPK Hockey – 3:2 OT

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tappara 49 30 2 3 14 181:120 97
    2 KooKoo 49 26 7 1 15 177:120 93
    3 SaiPa 50 25 5 7 13 169:136 92
    4 Lukko 50 25 6 3 16 155:127 90
    5 KalPa 50 25 5 4 16 152:142 89
    6 JYP 48 22 9 4 13 164:143 88
    7 Ilves 50 23 7 4 16 155:127 87
    8 Assat 50 21 6 3 20 137:136 78
    9 Kiekko-Espoo 50 18 4 8 20 126:142 70
    10 TPS Turku 52 15 7 8 22 123:143 67
    11 IFK Helsinki 50 18 4 4 24 116:162 66
    12 Pelicans 49 15 7 7 20 109:127 66
    13 Hameenlinna 50 13 6 8 23 118:144 59
    14 Karpat 50 14 5 5 26 145:163 57
    15 Jukurit 49 14 4 6 25 107:131 56
    16 Vaasan Sport 50 9 1 10 30 99:170 39

    Finnish SM-liiga Outrights

    1. Tappara: 2.52 (35.15%)

    2. Ilves Tampere: 4.5 (19.72%)

    3. Lukko Rauman: 8.4 (10.56%)

    4. Saipa: 13.56 (6.54%)

    5. JYP Jyvaskyla: 13.8 (6.43%)

    6. KooKoo: 16.2 (5.48%)

    7. Kalpa Kuopio: 17.8 (4.98%)

    8. IFK Helsinki: 21 (4.23%)

    9. Karpat Oulu: 58.2 (1.52%)

    10. Assat Pori: 74.2 (1.2%)

    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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