Jeff Skinner shines in EHC Biel debut as National League season begins

The 2026/27 National League season in Switzerland opened with significant action, highlighted by EHC Biel's 4-2 victory over defending champions Fribourg-Gottéron. A key factor in the match was Jeff Skinner, the former NHL veteran, who made an immediate impact in his debut for Biel by scoring two goals and providing one assist. Skinner scored his first goal just 33 seconds into the game.

Other notable results from the opening matchday included EV Zug securing a dominant 5-0 win against Lausanne. In the classic matchup between ZSC Lions and SC Bern, the Lions emerged victorious despite facing a three-goal deficit. The opening day suggested a highly competitive season with many potential championship contenders, including Davos, Lugano, Servette, and Lausanne.