Saturday brings a full round of SHL games, with Frölunda set to honour Joel Lundqvist and Timrå paying tribute to Henrik Zetterberg in jersey-raising ceremonies. Timrå will also host Björklöven while seeking a fourth straight win; Björklöven have lost two of their last three games.
Several matchups pit teams on contrasting runs against one another. Färjestad, unbeaten in points terms this season and on a seven-game winning streak, visit Linköping, who have lost four straight at home. Luleå host HV71, with both looking to end losing runs: Luleå have three consecutive defeats, while HV71 are still seeking their first away win.
Brynäs welcome Växjö in a rematch of last season’s quarter-final, won by Växjö 4-1. Brynäs have four straight home victories, while Växjö have lost four consecutive away games. Elsewhere, Djurgården face Malmö, Rögle meet Örebro, and Frölunda take on Skellefteå. Frölunda are unbeaten at home, while Skellefteå have won five of their last six.