Finnish ice hockey team Jukurit has made a significant move for the upcoming season by signing goalkeeper Jesper Myrenberg from the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) team Linköping, as reported by Expressen. Myrenberg, a 25-year-old Swedish goalie, has had limited playing time this season, making only 18 appearances due to competition from Finnish goalie Waltteri Ignatjevin. However, he was successful last season, winning the battle for the starting position at Linköping, which suggests his potential and value to Jukurit as they strengthen their squad.

In addition to Myrenberg, another major signing in Finnish ice hockey is Canadian forward George Diaco, who has joined Vaasan Sport after leading the Allsvenskan's point scoring with impressive statistics of 24 goals and 29 assists in 47 games. Diaco, a smaller player at 175 cm, was born in Ontario and has proven himself as a top contender in Sweden’s second-highest league, making him an exciting addition to the Sport lineup as they look to improve their performance in the league.

These signings reflect a trend of Finnish teams looking to bolster their rosters with talent from Sweden, aiming to enhance competitiveness in the SM-liiga. With the arrival of both Myrenberg and Diaco, Jukurit and Vaasan Sport signal their ambitions for the next season, and their successful integration into the teams could potentially make them key players on the ice, influencing the league standings and fan engagement in Finnish hockey.