In an eventful night in the Finnish SM League, Pelicans broke a streak of poor performance by easily defeating JYP with a significant score of 5-1 by the end of the first period. This match saw defender Einari Luhanka impressively score two goals, demonstrating the team's turnaround in form. Currently, Pelicans are sitting at the 11th place in the league, while JYP is in sixth, highlighting the shifting dynamics as teams jostle for position in the competitive league.

Meanwhile, in another thrilling match, Tappara took on Ilves in what was the fifth local derby of the season in Tampere. Tappara initially took the lead when Julius Mattila found the back of the net, but Ilves equalized shortly after with a goal from Carl Klingberg. This match also showcases the fierce rivalry in Finnish ice hockey, as Tappara leads the league standings while Ilves lingers in seventh place, further adding intensity to their encounters.

Lastly, Jukurit ended their disappointing goal drought that lasted 262 minutes in a match against Kiekko-Espoo, with Jiro Frilander finally breaking the ice. This lengthy dry spell for Jukurit underlines the challenges they have faced in recent games as they struggle to find their offensive rhythm. The collective performances in these matches speak volumes about the ongoing battles within the league and the unpredictability of ice hockey in Finland.