In the second game of the Finnish Ice Hockey League playoffs, Latvian forward Oskars Batņa made a significant impact by providing an assist, helping his team Lahti Pelicans secure a crucial 3-2 win against JYP from Jyvaskyla. This victory marks the Pelicans' second consecutive win in the best-of-five series, bringing the team to a 2-0 lead. Batņa's assist came during the first period, showcasing his crucial role in the team's offensive strategy.

Batņa played intensely for 18 minutes and 49 seconds during the match. Besides the assist, he took two shots on goal, won 12 out of 21 face-offs, and recorded a positive plus/minus rating of +2, reflecting his effectiveness on the ice. This performance is part of a strong season for Batņa, who previously scored nine goals and assisted 14 times in 33 games during the regular season of the Finnish league.

In addition to Batņa's success, his colleague Artūrs Andžāns and the Hemavlinnas HPK team also achieved a victory against Rauma Lukko, showcasing the competitive nature of the playoffs. Meanwhile, Gustavs Dāvis Grigals' team SaiPa has already secured its place in the quarterfinals, indicating a strong showing by Latvian players in this year's playoff series. Last season, the championship was won by Kuopio KalPa, which adds an interesting dynamic to this year's competition.