We’re into the last month of games before the playoffs and this next couple of weeks are going to be make or break.
In what has been one of the most competitive seasons in Scottish Ice Hockey the teams are gearing up for the final push with a Saturday night of SNL action.
Scottish Ice Hockey Chairperson, John Colley said, “The Scottish National League has been fantastic this year. One Goal, Overtime and Penalty Shot deciding games have been plentiful.
With the league as close as it is, and league positioning being very important when it comes to playoffs, we can be certain that the compete level will continue right up to the last game of the season. It’s a great advert of Scottish Ice Hockey and home grown talent.”
Paisley Pirates will be heading North to take on league leaders Aberdeen Lynx at home. The Lynx who are 5 points clear will be looking to keep their lead with having only 3 more league games to play.
The Lynx won their last three league games, but at their last encounter with the Pirates, the scoreline was tight with the Lynx narrowly winning 2-1 in overtime. The two points up for grabs would certainly ease the pressure on the Aberdeen side.
Sitting on 33 points, the same as the Dundee Comets are Paisley Pirates, who will be equally as hungry for the win to knock the Comets off 3rd spot. This hard hitting team will be sure to bring their A game to Aberdeen along with their great travelling support.
With both teams playing with high energy and intensity it promises to be a physical encounter with plenty of action along the boards.
Sitting 2nd in the league table are Edinburgh Capitals, who will be making their way to Auchenharvie tonight to take on North Ayrshire Wild. After losing their last two games they will be seeking to turn things around and get back their form.
NA Wild are 8th in the league table, but last time these two met in November the Caps won 5-3. In their last two games which were against the Paisley Pirates, the scores were close with only two points in it. If they can find their stride against the well drilled Edinburgh side who know what the final score could be?
Kirkcaldy Kestrels will play their penultimate home game of the season against Kilmarnock Thunder at home at the Fife Arena this evening.
Sitting 6th in the league the Kestrels will be looking to use their home ice advantage, and to add to their recent series of wins in front of their passionate fans.
Although Kilmarnock Thunder may not have the same level of success as the Kestrels this season, they are a hard-working team with a never-say-die attitude. Thunder will be looking to cause an upset relying on their teamwork and determination.
With both teams giving it their all to come away with the win. Fans can look forward to an action-packed game.
