Lausanne HC defeats HC Ajoie 6-3 in National League matchup

Lausanne HC secured a 6-3 victory against HC Ajoie at the Vaudoise Aréna, successfully avenging a previous 0-3 loss earlier in the season. Lausanne established early dominance by scoring three goals in the first period, including goals from Riat and Suomela.

Despite a mid-game push by Ajoie, Lausanne maintained control with additional goals from Rüegsegger, Zehnder, and Simic. Ajoie attempted a comeback with goals from Sopa, Carr, and Honka, but Lausanne closed the game with a final goal by Riat into an empty net.

With this win, Lausanne increases its total to 18 points, moving into fifth place in the National League standings and overtaking Ajoie, who remains at 16 points. The victory marks a significant step for Lausanne in their pursuit of a top position in the league.