Liiga ice hockey returns with roster changes and derby matchups

The Finnish Liiga ice hockey league returns from a CHL break with several key roster updates and upcoming matchups. In Kuopio, KalPa and HPK have announced changes to their starting goaltenders; Rasmus Korhonen will make his debut for KalPa, while Jacob Crespin will start for HPK.

Other notable roster movements include the return of Ässät captain Peter Tiivolan from injury and the debut of 20-year-old Ville Väärälä for Tappara. In Turku, TPS's new acquisition Petteri Lindbohm will join the top defensive pair to replace the injured Niklas Friman.

KooKoo begins its home season this week, starting with a Wednesday matchup against JYP. The weekend features a double header of the 'Kaakon Derby' between KooKoo and SaiPa, with games scheduled in Kouvola on Friday and Lappeenranta on Saturday.