Zlín Takes the Lead in Max Liga After Thrilling Weekend
The Max Liga witnessed a dramatic shift in the standings following the latest pre-Christmas round. Zlín reclaimed the top spot after a decisive victory over Frýdek-Místek, while Vsetín stumbled against Třebíč, dropping to second place. Litoměřice maintained their grip on third place. Meanwhile, the battle to avoid relegation remains fierce, with Prostějov, Kolín, and Frýdek-Místek continuing to struggle.
Kolín, currently facing a severe crisis with thirteen losses in their last fourteen games, appears to be the most vulnerable candidate for relegation to the 2nd league. Their depleted roster, fielding only three lines, traveled to Přerov, where they initially managed to keep pace with the home team in the first period. Though, the second period proved disastrous, with Kolín conceding five goals and effectively sealing their fate.
The lone radiant spot for Kolín was michal Tomeček, who scored their second goal and helped end a five-game losing streak for the team. This marked the first point earned by the team in their new home arena in Přerov.HC ZUBR PŘEROV – SC MARIMEX KOLÍN 6:2 (0:0, 5:2, 1:0)
goals and Assists: 24. Krisl (Černý, Hradil), 25. Číp (Březina), 32. Pšurný (Krisl, Tomeček), 34. Pechanec, 38.Černý (Pěnčík, Pšurný), 60. Březina (Jáchym) – 21. Kloz (Ouřada,Kolmann),28.T. Tůma (Dlouhý, Peroutka).
Referees: Micka, Hacaperka – Malý, Peluha.
Penalties: 7:6.
Power Play: 1:1.
Litoměřice Dominates Poruba in a High-Scoring Affair
The clash between third-placed Litoměřice and fourth-placed Poruba promised to be a thrilling encounter, pitting the league’s stingiest defense against a potent offense that had recently demolished both Chomutov and Prostějov with ten-goal performances. However, the match quickly turned into a nightmare for the visitors, who resorted to what might be the fastest goalie change in Czech first league history.
Daniel Dolejš was replaced by Rok Stojanovič after a mere 37 seconds. Unfortunately, even the experienced Slovenian couldn’t prevent the rout. Litoměřice secured a decisive victory, solidifying their position in the standings. key contributors included Ondřej Hrabík (1 goal, 2 assists) and the prolific Šimon Jelínek, who netted two goals.
Litoměřice’s Offensive Explosion
The home team dominated the first period, scoring four unanswered goals. Bernovský opened the scoring, assisted by Hrabík and Hauser.Jelínek then doubled the lead, with Tomov and Hrabík providing the assists. Pajer extended the lead further, capitalizing on passes from Žovinec and Sihvonen. Jelínek scored his second goal of the period, assisted by Ton.
Poruba managed to find the net twice in the second period, but litoměřice responded with two goals of their own. Kordule scored, assisted by Bernovský and Tomov, and Plos added another, with Kordule and Hujer providing the assists.
The final period saw Hrabík score his goal, assisted by hauser and Jebavý. Poruba managed to score once more, but it was too little, too late.
Final Score: HC Stadion litoměřice 7 – HC RT Torax poruba 3
This resounding victory for Litoměřice showcased their offensive firepower and defensive resilience. The team’s performance solidified their position as a serious contender in the league.
Prostějov’s Playoff Hopes Fade as Pardubice B Extends Lead
The Prostějov stadium echoed with the familiar sound of frustrated fans. Optimism among the home crowd is dwindling as the team’s performance continues to fall short of expectations.Despite boasting a strong roster on paper,the Jestřábi managed only a single goal against Pardubice B,leaving them with just one victory in their last eight games. This latest setback widens the gap between Prostějov and the coveted tenth place, currently held by Pardubice B, to a daunting thirteen points.
With playoff hopes fading, Prostějov must now focus on avoiding relegation. Their three-point lead over last-place Kolín offers little comfort.
pardubice B Secures Victory Over Prostějov
Final Score: LHK Jestřábi Prostějov 1 – 3 HC Dynamo Pardubice B (1-2, 0-0, 0-1)
Goals and Assists:
12th minute: J. Veselý (R. Veselý, Klimíček) – Prostějov
1st minute: Fiala (Machala, Kolář) - Pardubice B
17th minute: Kaut (Formánek, Lichtag) – Pardubice B
59th minute: Kolář (Kaut) – Pardubice B
Referees: Maršálek, Grygera – Komínek, Smet
Sokolov Extends Winning Streak, Defeats Dukla Jihlava in Shootout
The baník Sokolov hockey team continued their notable run, defeating Dukla Jihlava 4-3 in a thrilling shootout victory. This win marks Sokolov’s second consecutive triumph over a top team from the Vysočina region, following their recent victory against Třebíč.
sokolov dominated the early stages of the game, establishing a 2-0 lead within the first four minutes. Jakub Šiler, a recent addition to the team from the Extraliga’s Plzeň, made an immediate impact by scoring on his first shift.
Despite falling behind early, Dukla Jihlava fought back valiantly, tying the game by the end of regulation time. However, they were unable to secure the win in the shootout, ending their four-game winning streak.
This victory propels Sokolov closer to the top six teams in the league standings as they head into the holiday break.
Game Summary:
Final Score: HC Baník Sokolov 4 – 3 HC Dukla Jihlava (after shootout)
Period Scores: 2-3, 0-0, 1-0, 0-0
Goalscorers:
Sokolov: Jakub Šiler, (assisted by Cs)
Dukla Jihlava: R. Toman (assisted by Cachnín), Štefančík (assisted by Pořízek), kulda (assisted by Strejček, Štefančík)
Shots on Goal: Sokolov 22, Dukla Jihlava 32
Penalties: Sokolov 4, Dukla Jihlava 3
Power Play Goals: Sokolov 0, Dukla Jihlava 1
* Attendance: 837
Sokolov Falls to Jihlava in Tightly Contested Match
HC Dukla Jihlava secured a crucial victory against HC Baník Sokolov, reclaiming their position at the top of the first league standings. The match, which saw a total of 45 shots on goal, was a hard-fought battle with Jihlava ultimately prevailing 4-0.
Jihlava’s dominance was evident throughout the game, notably in the second and third periods. Despite a valiant effort from Sokolov, especially in the opening twenty minutes, jihlava’s superior skill and tactical prowess proved too much to overcome.
The victory was further solidified by Daniel huf’s impressive performance in goal, earning his first shutout of the season. Huf’s stellar saves and composure under pressure were instrumental in securing the win for Jihlava.
Key contributors for Jihlava included Cachotský, Kuprijanov, and Cachnín, who consistently pressured Sokolov’s defense.On the other side, Pulpán, Tureček, and M. Rohan fought hard for Sokolov,but were unable to break through Jihlava’s resolute defense.
The win marks a significant moment for Jihlava, who are now looking to build momentum as they continue their quest for the championship. Sokolov, meanwhile, will need to regroup and learn from this defeat as they aim to climb the standings.
Good evening, hockey fans, and welcome to our recap of another exciting weekend in the Max Liga! we saw some massive shifts in the standings, stunning upsets, and a battle for survival brewing at the bottom of the table.
Let’s start at the top, where Zlín has reclaimed their throne! After a decisive win over Frýdek-Místek, they’ve seized the lead once again. Vsetín, who suffered a surprising loss to Třebíč, now finds themselves trailing in second place.
Meanwhile, Litoměřice continues their impressive form, solidifying their hold on third place with a dominant performance against Poruba. It was a true offensive masterclass, with seven goals flying past the bewildered Poruba defense.
Speaking of offensive firepower,we can’t forget Sokolov,who extended their winning streak with another victory.
Now, let’s turn our attention to the relegation battle, which is heating up considerably. Kolín’s struggles continued this weekend with a heavy defeat against Přerov. While michal Tomeček offered a glimmer of hope with a goal,their losing streak raises serious concerns about their ability to avoid dropping to the 2nd league.
Prostějov’s playoff hopes are dwindling after another disappointing loss, this time against Pardubice B. The once-promising team seems to have lost its way,managing only one win in their last eight games. With a growing gap to the top ten, they must now focus on staying above the relegation zone.
Looking ahead, the coming weeks are crucial for several teams. Zlín will aim to maintain their lead, while Vsetín will be looking to bounce back and reclaim their top spot.
The battle for survival at the bottom will be intense, with every point precious for Kolín, Prostějov, and Frýdek-Místek. Stay tuned for more exciting action from the Max Liga next weekend!
