Two star signings from the NHL in Marcus Johansson, for Färjestad, and Calle Järnkrok, for Brynäs. But the summer has also been turbulent, with Färjestad's failed signing of Cal Foote and continued criticism of sponsor Red Bull. Here are the talking points ahead of the SHL season.
Ice hockeyLinus Omark says that he has done his part in Luleå and successful defender Frédéric Allard's contract is expiring. But Luleå wants to keep both. He is a major reason why we stand here today, trainer Thomas Berglund says about Omark.
SportsIt became an extension in the first match of the SM final between Brynäs and Luleå, after 1–1 during regular time. Then Brynäs decided in the fifth period, and thus leads the final series with 1–0 in matches.
SportsBoth teams have painful memories from their latest National Championship final visits. This time, one of the teams gets its revenge. TT gives you what you need to know ahead of the National Championship finals series.
SportsThe super team Brynäs has been extremely strong at home since their comeback in SHL. But on Saturday, it stopped when Luleå – only the second away team this autumn – won in Gävle. So nice for us that we could end our "roadtrip" with a 4–3 win and three points, says Luleå forward Mathias Bromé.
Ice hockeyOnly eight shots and 0-3 at home against SHL newcomer Brynäs. Luleå coach Thomas Berglund's analysis: We play a flat match all the way through.
Ice hockeyAfter two national championships, four CHL titles and over 400 wins, there is only one season left for Roger Rönnberg in Frölunda's jersey. But he himself does not attach much importance to it. You have to be in the present when you're involved in elite sports, says the 53-year-old.
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