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This weekend marks the final round of league games before the group stages of the Playoffs begin. While the Dundee Rockets have already secured the league title and results won’t impact final standings, teams will be eager to close out the regular season on a high and sharpen their play ahead of the postseason.
Saturday Fixtures
Edinburgh Capitals vs. Aberdeen Lynx – Murrayfield Ice Arena
The first game of Saturday pits Edinburgh Capitals against Aberdeen Lynx in what promises to be a thrilling matchup. The Capitals currently sit 2nd in the league, with Lynx in 3rd, and the two sides have swapped places throughout the season. Their previous encounters have been tightly contested, with the Capitals winning two and securing an overtime loss in their league meetings. Both teams have strong fanbases, so expect an electric atmosphere as they battle for momentum heading into the playoffs.
Dundee Rockets vs. Kilmarnock Thunder – Dundee Ice Arena
League champions Dundee Rockets host Kilmarnock Thunder in what will be a tough challenge for the visitors. Thunder, currently 7th in the table, will be looking to leave everything on the ice in their final game of the season. Last weekend, they managed to put three goals past the Capitals despite the loss, proving they can still pose an offensive threat. With Thunder missing out on the playoff group stages, this will be their last appearance of the campaign, making it an emotional send-off for their squad.
Sunday Fixture
Kirkcaldy Kestrels vs. Paisley Pirates – Fife Ice Arena
Sunday sees Kirkcaldy Kestrels (4th) take on Paisley Pirates (5th) in another exciting clash. With only four points separating the two teams, the Pirates have been steadily closing the gap, gaining momentum as the season progressed. However, the Kestrels are riding a three-game winning streak and will be aiming to extend it to four. In their three league meetings this season, the Kestrels have claimed two victories, giving them a slight edge going into this final regular-season showdown.
Weekend Fixtures
Final Weekend of Regular Season Action
With the playoffs just around the corner, this weekend offers fans one last chance to see their teams in league action before the intensity ramps up. Whether it’s a battle for bragging rights, fine-tuning for the postseason, or a final farewell to the campaign, there’s plenty of excitement to be had at the rinks. Get down to support your local team and enjoy a weekend of Scottish ice hockey at its best!
