# Swiss National League hockey season > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/swiss-national-league-hockey-season > Updated: 2026-09-16T07:42:05.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The Swiss National League season has commenced with several teams establishing early momentum. The ZSC Lions entered the campaign as strong favorites, bolstered by the appointment of former NHL coach Claude Julien and roster additions including Tim Berni and Malte Strömwall, alongside the return of Simon Knak. As the season progressed, the ZSC Lions maintained an undefeated record. EV Zug also demonstrated dominant form, recording a goal difference of 11:2 through their first two games, led by Tomáš Tatar. In other early results, the SCL Tigers secured their first seasonal win against EHC Biel via a penalty shootout led by Jonathan Dahlén. Other contenders positioned for the top six include Genève-Servette, who added players such as Untersander, Henauer, Johnny Kneubühler, and Nicolas Müller under new coach Sam Hallam. Fribourg and Lausanne also remain notable clubs to watch as the league continues. Recent updates indicate the ZSC Lions remain undefeated at the top of the table, though they face upcoming challenges from HC Ajoie. Meanwhile, EHC Kloten and EHC Biel are both attempting to break losing streaks. In other league developments, Pikes EHC Oberthurgau suffered a 4:7 home loss to Hockey Huttwil, and the ZSC Lions women’s team is preparing for a rematch against the HC Davos Ladies. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-16: Jeff Skinner shines in EHC Biel debut as National League season begins The Swiss National League season opened with EHC Biel defeating Fribourg-Gottéron 4-2, fueled by Jeff Skinner's two-goal debut. EV Zug also secured a major 5-0 win against Lausanne. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jeff-skinner-shines-in-ehc-biel-debut-as-national-league-season-begins ### 2026-09-15: National League hockey returns with Zürich as favorites The Swiss National League resumes Tuesday, with Zürich favored to win under new coach Claude Julien. Genève-Servette and other Romand clubs remain key contenders in the upcoming season. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/national-league-hockey-returns-with-zrich-as-favorites --- Cite as: Swiss National League hockey season. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/swiss-national-league-hockey-season