During a recent SHL match against Skellefteå, Finnish goaltender Emil Larmi, playing for Färjestad, experienced an outburst of frustration when he was substituted after allowing four goals in the first period. The incident occurred at 18:01 of the first period, and as Larmi walked towards the locker room, he expressed his disappointment by throwing his helmet and water bottle down the hallway. Despite facing nine shots and saving only five, resulting in a low save percentage of 55.6, Larmi's performance was not solely to blame for the loss, as his head coach acknowledged the entire defense's need for improvement.

Färjestad's head coach, Cam Abbott, addressed the media post-match regarding Larmi's performance. He emphasized that good goaltending is essential for victory and defended Larmi by stating that he should not take full responsibility for the four goals scored against his team. Abbott also mentioned that he spoke with Larmi after the game but chose not to disclose the contents of their conversation, respecting the privacy of their discussion.

This incident highlights not just Larmi's struggles but also raises questions about team dynamics and how athletes cope with pressure during high-stakes games. As Larmi is a former national team player, the expectations for his performance are heightened, and this episode adds to the pressure he faces in the competitive environment of Swedish hockey.