NHLGamers,
The ECL 11 Lite season has progressed to Round 3 and eight exciting matchups are to be played in Best-of-seven series. Most of the series look very even and in at least a few of them the chance for game 7 action is likely. None of the series should be lopsided in the sense that we'd be seeing a sweep. There are some surprising teams in round 3, which begs the question: have they already reached their full potential or will we continue to see upsets moving forward?
Here is the full playoff schedule for ECL 11 Lite:
Lainaa10.5.3 ECL Lite Playoff Schedule
• Playoffs Round 1: 28.12 - 3.1 (BO7)
• Playoffs Round 2: 4.1 - 10.1 (BO7)
• Playoffs Round 3: 11.1 - 17.1 (BO7)
• Quarterfinals: 18.1 - 24.1 (BO7)
• Semifinals: 25.1 - 31.1 (BO7)
• Finals: 4.2 - 7.2 (BO7)
(1) 
Bjorkloven Esport - Golden Nights 
(52)
First seed Bjorkloven has in impressive fashion marched on to Round 3. Golden Nights have - against all odds - reached this far as an underdog. They eliminated GIFU Hockey and Hokurit, which ate two very strong teams and sure are ready to eliminate a third team of an even higher caliber. One of the most interesting series in Round 3. Bjorkloven has a material edge but Golden Nights have earned their great underdog boosted confidence.
Prediction: Golden Nights have played two outstanding rounds but in Round 3 their brave fight will not be enough to beat one of the biggest title favorites. Bjorkloven progresses to the quarterfinals 4-2.
(2) 
ECDC Memmingen eSports vs Oton Letkutemppu 
(51)
We're going in with a similar outlook as to the Bjorkloven - Golden Nights series. Memmingen is the favorite by a landslide, but Letkutemppu can surely surprise, as they have shown already by outmaneuvering Calzone HC and Central Hockey Canucks. As usual, anything can happen but it's doubtful that we'd see yet another upset by Letkutemppu.
Prediction: ECDC Memmingen eSports advances 4-1.
(3) 
Nearbird Fighters vs Hotbox 
(42)
Nearbird Fighters had a relatively easy first round but got to properly test their form in the second against Tic Tac Toes, which undoubtedly makes them prepared for any challenge moving forward. Hotbox is coming in with the clear underdog status and will need to elevate even further if they are looking to take down the Russian powerhouse.
Prediction: Nearbird Fighters advances 4-1.
(6) 
Ringette HC vs NOVA 
(29)
Ringette HC has gone undefeated through this seasons playoffs but are in for their toughest challenge yet when clashing with recent RCL champions NOVA, who also have a decent record suffering only two losses in the playoffs so far. This series will most likely extend a bit longer than these teams are used to this far into the playoffs. The recent RCL title will boost NOVA but perhaps there's some exhaustion from that series?
Prediction: Game 7 is needed. Ringette HC with their high standard performance level will advance to the quarterfinals 4-3.
(8) 
Exerceo vs Beast Hockey 
(28)
Beast Hockey eliminated a strong team in RoKi Esports in an exciting series to start their playoff run and had an easier task beating AfroDunk by a sweep in the second round. Exerceo has a convincing 8-1 record from the previous rounds and have the material to go far in these playoffs if they can stay consistent.
Prediction: Exerceo is simply too strong although Beast Hockey continues their good performances. Exerceo advances 4-1.
(15) 
Lekstugan HC vs BoxinElite 
(24)
BoxinElite were forced to a seventh game in round 2 against Tequila Sunrise, which might have caused some exhaustion but on the other hand gave them time to hone their play in a competitive environment. Lekstugan has cleared their series a little easier but of course is a strong team and has beaten two good teams quite easily so far, and with that claims a favorite staple in this matchup too. The depth of Lekstugans roster overpowers that of BoxinElite, who seemed to be at the edge of their potential already last round. Despite having the chance to overcome that obstacle, it would be miraculous if Lekstugan would not be the one to move on from this series.
Prediction: Lekstugan HC wins 4-2
(16) 
Sinister vs Grenoble BDL Esport 
(22)
Sinister eliminated Lulea Hockey in the first round and Birka Vikings in the second, thus moving on with a record of 8-3, whereas their opponents Grenoble BDL Esport have done exactly the same - against different opposition of course. Grenoble BDL Esport eliminated TuTo Esports in the first round which was a minor upset. This is series definitely has minimal margins and a game 7 is a serious possibility. Sinister is just a slight favorite but like we have seen in this seasons playoffs, the predictions have failed us more than once.
Prediction: Sinister 4-2
(18) 
Sjukstugan vs Old Farts 
(19)
Both teams have continued their strong rising form where they left off in the regular season. This is an extremely even series with microscopically narrow margins, between two of the most experienced teams in the league. Sjukstugan probably gains the slight favorite position because they have kept a higher level throughout the season in general, but Old Farts is nearly in as good form as Sjukstugan and can outperform if they find their groove.
Prediction: Game 7 needed. Old Farts advances 4-3.
As always, play hard - have fun!
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