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We’re just a couple of weeks away from the Playoff Weekend in Dundee, and the race to secure a semi-final spot is heating up fast. So far, only the Dundee Rockets have locked in their place at the Dundee Ice Arena—now the battle is on to see who will join them.

Group A – One Spot Left, Two Teams in the Hunt

Saturday night is a big one as the Paisley Pirates travel east to face the Dundee Rockets. The playoff group stages are set up like a mini-league, so it’s points that matter most. The top two teams from each group make it through to the semi-finals.

The Rockets have already secured their place, winning three of their four games, but they won’t be easing off. They’ve been a dominant force all season and will want to keep that winning momentum going into the finals.

For the Pirates, though, this game is crucial. A win would give them the upper hand over the Aberdeen Lynx ahead of next weekend’s massive double-header between those two sides. With so much on the line, expect a fast, physical battle on Saturday—Paisley have it all to play for.

Group B – Every Point Counts

Over in Group B, it’s still wide open. All three teams—Kirkcaldy Kestrels, Edinburgh Capitals, and North Ayrshire Wild—have played two games, and all still have a shot at making the semi-finals.

Sunday’s clash sees Kirkcaldy Kestrels face off against Edinburgh Capitals. In the first leg, the Capitals took a dominant 5-0 win, but the Kestrels will be looking to bounce back at home. Both sides have already picked up wins over North Ayrshire Wild, who may have lost their first two games but are still mathematically in the running. It all depends on how the remaining games play out.

If the Kestrels win this weekend, things could come down to head-to-head results or goal difference—so every goal could make the difference. Expect a fierce battle as these rivals fight for every inch of ice.

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