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It's time for the Pro playoffs. Here we'll be taking a short look at each matchup and how their regular season went. The first round will be featured on the SportsGamer broadcast on Tuesday, January 7th, where we'll have Gotham Knights and RYHTIC finishing their series (games 3-7). Pro Division Playoff schedule (BO7) Round of 16: January 6th – 9th Quarterfinals: January 13th – 16th Semifinals: January 20th – 23rd Finals: January 29th – 30th (1) DILAC (19-3-2-6) - (8) Herlev Eagles (11-4-5-10) DILAC managed to top Group 1 after a strong finish to the season. They seem to have found a very good balance within the team with each and every player contributing and the statistics are showing that. Their offense was led @punt1la98 with 39 goals. Another key for their success was their ability to turn tight games in their favor: Out of the 15 games decided by one goal they won 10. Herlev Eagles made their season interesting with a losing streak at the halfway of the season but just managed to get the wins needed to get to the playoffs. They picked up @MartindalexC mid season and he's been a crucial part of their offense and they will need him to produce in this series. DILAC definitely has the edge defensively in this series so Herlev defense and goaltending have to be on top of their game. Predictions: @hifk_FANI 4-0 DILAC @Vamoux 4-2 DILAC @Pekedipeks 4-1 DILAC @Pensasmies 4-1 DILAC (1) NOSTREETSPORTS (23-4-1-2) - (8) SSK ESPORTS (12-3-3-12) NOSTREETSPORTS as the number 1 seed going into the playoffs was not something we had in our cards but after dominating their group here we are. @Toivone_ led the whole league in points and @Tumuttaja (xxHise) scored 50 goals to top the league. There are though some big question marks around this team and the lineup going into the playoffs. With @Bot_hene starting his military service @Tappu will be taking the center spot and @Gaabrielii will play his first games of the season in defense. This means an even bigger role for the league leading defenseman @Azzez_88 (8+51=59). Whether they can overcome these changes will be seen but it will be a tough challenge. Against them will be stepping up the best defensive team in the league in SSK Esports. Their offense is lead by @Rubituss and @zuppe_29 who both bring lot of experience to the table. SSKs keys for the series will be to limit the scoring chances of NOSTREETSPORTS, attacking effectively and capitalizing on the mistakes that the roster changes of their opponent will eventually bring. Predictions: @hifk_FANI 4-1 NOSTREETSPORTS @Vamoux 4-2 NOSTREETSPORTS @Pekedipeks 4-3 SSK ESPORTS @Pensasmies 4-2 NOSTREETSPORTS (2) Zenegeim (21-0-2-7) - (7) Ismon Valinta (10-6-5-9) Zenegeim core group of players have been together for a quite a while now and they played a great regular season. They got a balanced offensive output from all their players and got solid defense and goaltending. @rakkauspakkaus- was leading the way with 68 points and @MCH_98 continued his impressive scoring numbers as defenseman. And we all know never to bet against @imosi as he scored 41 goals leading the team. Their goalies split the games this season but I'm expecting @jubex0r to get the starting role heading into playoffs. Ismon Valinta was one of the teams I was hoping a bit more from in the regular season. They were tied for the most overtime games with 11 and won 6 out of those. Playing quite low scoring hockey their leading scorer was @Jusu121 with 52 points. Their lineup shuffled quite a bit during the season and if their best players are available they could make a surprise run in the playoffs. Predictions: @hifk_FANI 4-0 Zenegeim @Vamoux 4-2 Zenegeim @Pekedipeks 4-2 Zenegeim @Pensasmies 4-3 Zenegeim (2) POGGERS (17-2-4-7) - (7) The Oldtimers (14-2-0-14) Poggers played very high scoring hockey finishing the season second in goals but also letting in the most goals out of any playoff teams, and by a large margin. @JaKurrii (47+47=94) and @Migo_boona (34+48=82) were their top scorers and @Terodee (LaurinHaavi) supported from defense with 51 points. There should be no question that this team will be able to adjust to the playoff style hockey with their experience. With the adjustment they'll be hoping also to bring the goalie numbers up a bit. The Oldtimers were leading their group at the start but slowed down towards the end of the season having won only 4 out of their last 12 games. Lot of their offense has gone through @Werppi with @japi_kuittaa being the main goal scorer. They've been strong defensively, tied for league best GAA, but they will need to step up for this new challenge. @TiSuLiNo had a good regular season in goal and will need to have a very strong series if they want to compete against POGGERS. Predictions: @hifk_FANI 4-0 Poggers @Vamoux 4-0 Poggers @Pekedipeks 4-1 Poggers @Pensasmies 4-1 Poggers (3) Gotham Knights (15-5-2-8) - (6) RYHTIC (13-4-4-9) It is somewhat surprising to see these team facing off already on the first round and it will be a very disappointing season for the team coming out on the losing side of this matchup. Gotham Knights were looking to secure group victory but lost their last 6 games and slipped to third place. They did play against some of the top teams in their group but the opponent isn't getting any easier now. If their record 3-5-2 from last 10 games tells anything from their form they'll be in for a tough matchup. @Rimpe (40+29=69) will be their main guy to look out for in offense and he led the team in shots by a very large margin. @Kussan82 had a strong season in goal and he's hoping to bring that form into his first Pro playoff games. RYHTIC was one game away from making it into Elite before the season and now find themselves placing sixth in Group 2 and having a tough bracket. @Limbe65 had a strong season for them scoring 40 goals and he needs to get support from his offensive partners. They will also need a strong showing from their goalie in @JussinSisko and he's proven to able to do that. Tune in to this series and its decisive moments on Tuesday, January 7th on the SportsGamer broadcast. Predictions: @hifk_FANI 4-2 Gotham Knights @Vamoux 3-4 RYHTIC @Pekedipeks 4-2 Gotham Knights @Pensasmies 4-1 Gotham Knights (3) HC Lugano eSports (15-4-4-7) - (6) NOVA (15-4-0-11) For a long time it looked like HC Lugano eSports would be battling for the last playoff spots but their amazing end to the season lifted them all the way to third in Group 2. A lot of that is thanks to @xEispiratx who could arguably be the best goalie of the regular season. @jasomnajlepsi led the team with 40 goals with @CMB-wf- doing lot of the playmaking. The biggest question for this team is their defense. @Yasu39x played most of the season but he has had three different defensive partners throughout the season. He hasn't been the strongest with the puck and that is something that NOVA could be trying to take advantage of. NOVA is to no ones surprise led by @KingOfApes_ who finished second in defenseman scoring and does most of the playmaking in the team with @Nester4343 being their main offensive guy to finish those chances. They'll be wanting to play with lot of pressure and if they manage that it could turn the series in their favor. Predictions: @hifk_FANI 4-1 NOVA @Vamoux 4-3 HC Lugano eSports @Pekedipeks 4-1 NOVA @Pensasmies 4-2 NOVA (4) Otukset (15-4-2-9) - (5) Bjorkloven Esport (13-5-5-7) Otukset find themselves exactly where most people expected to find them. Playoff success has avoided them in the past and they'll be looking to turn that around. They had all around a solid season with every player performing well. @Roisto999 had a terrific season in goal with 82.5%, 2.27GAA and 5 shutouts. They also got great goalscoring numbers from all over the ice and that will be a key if they want to have a long playoff run. Bjorkloven Esport went into the season with high hopes but the reality of Pro division brought them down a little bit. @Alpha borje is a key player in their offense and he posted 40 goals and 73 points in the regular season. It looks like they haven't been able to find that last piece to the puzzle and that could hurt them down the way. They're though a team full of young and skilled players and if everything goes right they could find themselves far in the playoffs. Predictions: @hifk_FANI 4-3 Bjorkloven Esport @Vamoux 4-2 Otukset @Pekedipeks 4-3 Otukset @Pensasmies 4-2 Bjorkloven Esport (4) Aspyre (16-3-0-11) - (5) Blackbirds (13-5-5-7) Aspyre could be considered another surprise of the season and they were one of the best offensive teams in the league. @Tihizu (41+49=90) is the heart and soul of the team and the game mostly runs through him. His time with puck, 191.5 minutes, tops the league, and rest of the team being around 90 minutes tells you who to watch out for. @IJepuxI and @Jomppe78 gave strong support with 78 and 75 points. If they can take this offensive form to the playoffs they could be a dark horse to look out for. Blackbirds played lot of tight games during the regular season and managed to turn enough of them in their favor. @aomyo6195 scored 41 goals which was half of the teams goals. They will need to find some secondary goalscoring support if they want to take the next step. @Jeerik17 in goal is able to steal a game for them but they'll need strong defense to support him along with stronger special teams. This is definitely a team to look out for in the future but whether they're up to the task now, will be seen. Predictions: @hifk_FANI 4-0 Aspyre @Vamoux 4-3 Aspyre @Pekedipeks Plays for Aspyre @Pensasmies 4-3 Aspyre Follow the Playoff streams: Please post dates, times and links for streams in the comments of this news story and social media, to help everyone find your team streams. You can watch SportsGamer's live coverage of the first round matchup between RYHTIC and Gotham Knights on Twitch, YouTube, and X on Tuesday, January 7th. Who do you think will win each series? Let us know in the comments!

The holiday season is over and it's time for the first round of the playoffs. After an exciting and high-scoring regular season we're down to 32 teams so let's take a quick look at each matchup. These predictions are mostly based on the stats of the regular season and how they've progressed throughout the season. If you have any insights or want to tell me more about your team, feel free to send me a DM here or over on Discord! Neo Division Playoff schedule (BO5) Round of 32: January 5th – 9th Round of 16: January 12th – 16th Quarterfinals: January 19th – 23rd Semifinals: January 26th – 30th Finals: February 9th ROUND OF 32 PREVIEW (1) Fallen Rangers (12-0-0-2) - (32) Davemiehet (7-0-3-8) Davemiehet will have their hands full trying to control the offensive powerhouse that Fallen Rangers proved to be in the regular season. @Sebko99 scored the second most goals (63) in all of the ECL divisions and averaged almost 5 goals a game. The series is looking out the be a high-scoring one and that is exactly what Davemiehet doesn't need if they want to have a chance to go through to the next round. (2) Salaseurue (10-1-1-2) - (31) Nordic Knights II (6-1-2-7) Salaseurue topped Group 2 while Nordic Knights II placed 7th in Group 3. Statistically, these teams are not too far from each other and the series could be tighter than one could expect. Nordic Knights II had a good showing against their group winner and showed that they should not be taken lightly. Both teams have had a lot of movement in the lineup so it will be interesting to see the playoff lineups. (3) Brothers In Gaming (14-0-0-4) - (30) Eishockeynet Yetis (3-2-0-9) After finishing 6th in Group 5 Eishockeynet Yetis will have to stop the high-scoring duo @Xx_Vador_98 and @Mesrine_Jak of Brothers In Gaming. They'll have to greatly improve their defense and goaltending or this could be a quick series. (4) Taifun Veterans (12-0-1-3) - (29) KARIT (4-1-1-8) Taifun Veterans were expected to be one of the strongest teams heading into the regular season and they delivered with a group win. They've had a balanced offensive output with four players scoring at least 17 goals. KARIT got a surprise ticket to the playoffs and will be heading into the series as big underdogs. (5) HC WOLVES (12-2-1-3) - (28) Twisted Clowns (8-0-2-8) The series was played over Christmas with HC WOLVES sweeping the series 3-0. Twisted Clowns put up a good fight with two of the games going to OT after late tying goals but ended up falling short in OT. @Skeleton-1978 continued his good form from the regular season with 8 goals and 10 points and @AndyJester posted an impressive 90.41% save percentage to take the team to the second round. (6) Veljeskunta HC (11-0-0-3) - (27) Stockholm Vikings (7-1-0-8) Veljeskunta HC was the second-highest-scoring team in the league and got strong offensive numbers from the whole lineup. They state on their page that they're "a team without defenders" and that will be put up to a test with playoff hockey starting. Stockholm Vikings got half of their goals from @Andreengand will be highly relying on him for goalscoring. (7) The Worn Out Wiseman (12-1-2-3) - (26) Seurakunta (8-1-2-7) These teams faced off already in Group 1 and The Worn Out Wiseman got both wins with a 10-1 goal differential. They allowed the least goals in the whole division with @Samito97 posting 88.12% save percentage. Seurakunta will need a way to get around that wall and powerplay could be their chance if they can keep scoring like they did in the regular season (45.16 PP%). They will still be facing a 93.75% Penalty Kill so it will not be an easy task. (8) Red Bull Munich Academy (11-1-0-4) - (25) Hannover Indians Esports (4-1-1-8) After finding out about foul play in the form of one of their key players discovered playing for 2 teams at once, Red Bull Munich Academy has decided to withdraw from the post-season. As such, Hannover Indians Esports continues to the second round with a walkover win from the series. (9) Clowns On Ice (12-1-1-4) - (24) THE BOYS ARE BACK (4-1-3-6) Clowns On Ice put up good offensive and defensive numbers with @PaddyD1412 leading the pack with 60 points. THE BOYS ARE BACK struggled defensively allowing 6.5 GAA but they did face off against the two highest-scoring teams in the league. They haven't also been able to find a consistent lineup having 12 skaters and 3 goalies play games in the regular season. When you add the experience from Clowns On Ice, they are the big favorites to go through to the next round. (10) Viitapohja Vikings (9-1-1-3) - (23) Hc Total Chaos (7-1-0-8) Viitapohja Vikings had a solid season all around and are looking to continue that way in the playoffs. Both teams need to improve their special teams and especially powerplay. That being said it could be one of the deciding factors in this series. If Hc Total Chaos can also improve their goaltending, look out for a tight series. (11) Kasanovat (11-0-0-3) - (22) Ice raptors (8-2-0-8) Kasanovat takes the edge in almost all of the statistics in this matchup. They had a strong offense with almost 6 GF/GP, were good defensively, and also managed to snatch a win against the number one seed in the playoffs. Ice raptors does not fall far behind but they will still be heading into the series as underdogs. The key for them will be to stop the Kasanovat offense while still being able to use their scoring chances. Small improvements overall from Ice raptors could take this series far. (12) Nordic Knights (11-1-1-5) - (21) Wildcats esport II (9-2-1-6) Nordic Knights were one of the stronger defensive teams and had a good regular season in tough Group 1. Wildcats esport II had a rough start to the season but finished very strong. If they can keep up that momentum and manage to score enough goals, it's expected to be a tight series. Both teams are looking to improve their powerplay numbers as those could be deciding the tight games. (13) The Flying Elbows (9-3-1-5) - (20) Lassen Lampaat (5-1-0-8) Lassen Lampaat didn't have the regular season they were hoping for and are now in for a tough challenge in the playoffs. The Flying Elbows were one of the handful of teams having less than 3 GAA and also scored 12 PPG posting 48% powerplay, topping the league. Lassen Lampaat had a good penalty kill but they need to stay out of the box and they weren't able to do that in the regular season. Special teams and goaltender battle will be deciding factors in the series and both teams have multiple solid options between the pipes. (14) Nordic Macabre (7-1-2-6) - (19) Karhukissat (5-2-0-7) Nordic Macabre had an up-and-down season with multiple big wins but also some big losses. They will need to find consistency heading into the playoffs. Karhukissat had a strong ending to the regular season but they did struggle defensively against the top teams in Group 5 posting a -16 goal differential. Both teams have multiple players capable of scoring but the goalie battle does slightly favor Nordic Macabre. (15) Beastie Boys (5-0-4-5) - (18) Viksberg Puckrats (8-0-1-7) If you count goals scored and goals against, Beastie Boys were the second last in the league averaging around 3 goals for and against. They heavily relied on @tolltroll1986 who scored 57% of their goals. Viksberg Puckrats on the other end played very high-scoring hockey with multiple players contributing. Beastie Boys will need to find more offense from their other players or they will have a tough time finding goals with the expected tighter defense in playoffs. (16) Hawks HC (11-0-0-7) - (17) Moukka HC (8-4-0-6) As their seeds tell us these two teams are very evenly matched. Hawks HC top scorers @Hodja and @XxjolinoxX had 55 goals combined and had 51% and 44% shooting percentage respectively. Those numbers are very impressive but they're bound to come down at some point. Moukka HC had strong special teams with 43% PP and 80% PK. Whichever team manages keep their numbers up has a high chance of going through. Follow the Playoff streams: Please post dates, times and links for streams in the comments of this news story and social media, to help everyone find your team streams. Who do you think will win each series? Let us know in the comments!

The ECL '25 Winter Neo season is already over the halfway line for the majority of the teams. Let's take a look at how the groups are shaping up and which teams and players stand out from the others. This report is based on the standings and stats as of December 7th. Group 1 The battle for the top spot is looking out to be a fight between three teams: Nordic Knights, Ice Raptors and Brothers In Gaming. All of these teams are still yet to play against each other so it will be an exciting last few weeks of the regular season. Currently at the top is the best defensive team of the group so far, Nordic Knights, with 2.33 GAA and an impressive perfect penalty kill. Brothers In Gaming have been the best team offensively averaging almost 6 goals a game. One team to look out for is The Worn Out Wisemen, who still have plenty of games in hand and could make a push for the top if they can finish the season strong. Top scorer: @Xx_Vador_98, Brothers in Gaming: 15+28=43 Most goals: @Mesrine_Jak, Brothers In Gaming: 28+14= 42, S% 52,8!!! Top defenseman: @Method4, Hawks HC: 2+19=21, 70 Hits Top goalie: @tubou7181, Ice Raptors: 8 Wins, 84.94%, 2.78 GAA Group 2 Viitapohja Vikings has already finished their regular season and are at the top of the standing with 30 points. Both Salaseurue and Hc Left Academy are still eyeing for the group win with one matchup in hand. The battle for the last playoff spots will also be very tight with teams in the lower half of the standings having 2 or 3 matchups left to secure their place. Top scorer: @nikezuki, Salaseurue: 23+31=54 Most goals: @Liimiz, Viitapohja Vikings: 29+18=47 Top defenseman: @oskuuu7, Salaseurue: 8+10=18 Top goalie: @eekitzu, Hc Left Academy: 9 Wins, 80.32%, 3.08 GAA Group 3 Two teams are standing above the others in this group, Red Bull Munich Academy and Taifun Veterans. Red Bull Munich Academy has been one of the highest-scoring teams in the whole league averaging over 6,5 goals a game. They've also been the best team defensively in the group and have excellent special teams numbers. The same could be said about Taifun Veterans who managed to to beat them in both games which could be decisive for the group win. Top scorer & Most goals: @xSauron_96, Red Bull Munich Academy: 29+34=63 Top defenseman: @Ebaycykaeijjo, Red Bull Munich Academy: 4+31=35, 53 Hits Top goalie: @Vindows2608, Red Bull Munich Academy: 11 Wins, 81.87%, 2.69 GAA, 3 SO Group 4 Clowns On Ice are one of the two unbeaten teams in the whole division and are showing very strong numbers all around. Together with HC WOLVES, who are topping the group, they are the two best defensive teams in the league both averaging around 2 GAA. Their upcoming matchup will most likely be decisive for the group victory and could even give Clowns On Ice the top seed going into the playoffs. Top scorer: @PaddyD1412, Clowns On Ice: 25+27=52 Most goals: @Skeleton-1978, HC WOLVES: 29+22=51 Top defenseman: @FREESWISSELITE1, Swiss Wolves Esports: 7+12=19 Top goalie: @AndyJester, HC WOLVES: 9 Wins, 90.06%, 1.7 GAA, 1 SO Group 5 "Perfect record, seven goals for and two goals against on average, surely we're at the top of the standings?" This is what Kasanovat must be wondering but there is one team that has taken the scoring to whole different level. Fallen Rangers have scored almost 10!! goals a game with their top goal scorer having 62 goals in 12 games. Based on how these two teams are playing they could be the teams to beat come playoff time. Their upcoming matchup deciding the group winner is one that you don't want to miss. You can't also not mention Veljeskunta HC who are the second highest scoring team in the league with over 8 goals scored a game and only team that has managed to win Fallen Rangers. Top scorer & Most goals: @Sebko99, Fallen Rangers: 62+36=98 Top defenseman: @Veljenpoika69, Veljeskunta HC: 8+24=32 Top goalie: @vickerman88, Kasanovat: 10 Wins, 84.06%, 2.2 GAA, 2 SO

The new ECL '25: Winter - Neo season is here, with the action set to begin today Sunday, November 17th. We’d like to extend a warm welcome to all the new players and teams joining the league, as well as those returning from previous seasons. With five weeks of regular-season play ahead, the competition is about to kick off as teams battle for a spot at the top of the standings. Which team has perfected the Golden One-T? Who will dominate with bone-crushing hits? Which players will rise above the rest as the future stars of ECL? These questions—and many more—will be answered as the season unfolds. Group 1 Davemiehet made a strong run to the semifinals in ECL '24: Spring but after losing some key talent didn't manage to keep their level and take the step up the ladder. However, they are expected to have another strong season and will certainly be a team to watch. Meanwhile, CzechoSvizzera Ravens performed well in the pre-season tournament, reaching the semifinals. If they can maintain that momentum, they could be an interesting team to follow this season. Group 2 Lassen Lampaat is one of the more experienced teams in the league. Founded in 2019, the team reached the semifinals in the pre-season and is now looking to make a return to the higher divisions. Viitapohja Vikings, who played in the higher divisions last year, have recruited some completely new ECL players who are committed to playing the majority of the season. Either way, they are also expected to be a strong contender this year. Group 3 Taifun Veterans dominated their group in the ECL' 24: Spring season but fell short in the first round of playoffs as the top seed. Whether they can carry over their strong regular season form and convert it into success in the playoffs will be seen. This group also features a rematch from the pre-season tournament, as Red Bull Munich Academy faces Uotilan Pallo. Both teams made it to the quarterfinals with impressive offensive performances, making this match-up one to watch. Group 4 Group 4 is set to feature this season's most anticipated rivalry “The Battle of Clowns”: Clowns On Ice versus Twisted Clowns, set to be played on the 1st of December. Don’t forget to keep an eye on The Flying Elbows, another team that had a strong showing in the pre-season and could make it far this season. Group 5 Fallen Rangers dominated their way through the pre-season playoffs, losing only one match on their path to victory. If they can maintain that strong form throughout the season they will be the team to beat. Karhukissat, who managed to split a high-scoring series with them in pre-season, will be looking to get the upper hand in their upcoming rematch, making it another exciting match-up to watch. Good luck to all the teams as they hit the virtual ice. Have fun and let the games begin! We want your clips! Did you make an incredible play or have a funny blooper? Share your best moments on social media using the hashtag #ECL25Clips and get a chance to be featured in our broadcasts. Social media Please tag @SportsGamerGG and use the hashtag #ECL25Winter when posting on social media. You can also use the hashtags #KouvolanLakritsi #eHockey. Also note that when editing your team info, you can add your social media accounts to your team information. The same goes for your player card. Season schedule Regular Season duration: 17.11-19.12.2024 Estimated finals date: Below is the estimated date for the Finals (BO5) to be approximately played. We reserve the right to changes in schedule. ECL Neo Finals 9.2.