Finnish Liiga results: Ässät rises to league leaders

Several key results shaped the Finnish Liiga standings. Porin Ässät moved to the top of the league after a 4–2 victory against Jokerit in Helsinki, with goals from Simon Pinardi, Sakari Kostilainen, Alexander Kim, and Cameron Hillis.

HPK secured a 3–1 home win against league leaders Ilves, fueled by a strong third period featuring goals from Vili Alatalo and Oliver Kopiloff. Meanwhile, Vaasan Sport earned their third consecutive win by defeating Lahden Pelicans 2–1 away, moving up to 11th place.

In other matchups, TPS defeated Kiekko-Espoo 4–2 in Turku, and Lukko won a close contest against Tappara with a 2–1 scoreline.