Roster Rundown
HK Arlan Kokschetau's formidable squad boasts key players who’ve been making waves this season. Forward Ivan Petrov is leading the charge with an impressive tally of 45 goals and 32 assists, cementing his role as a cornerstone of their offense. Defenseman Alexei Smirnov, known for his robust physical play, has racked up 82 penalty minutes while contributing 20 assists and six goals, proving invaluable on both ends of the ice. Goalie Dmitry Kozlov has been a rock between the pipes, posting a save percentage of .921 over the season. Forward Nikolai Sokolov, with 30 goals and 28 assists, adds depth to their attacking line-up. Notably absent are winger Sergei Ivanov due to an upper-body injury and defenseman Vitaly Kuznetsov, who’s out with a lower-body ailment.
Torpedo Ust Kamenogorsk's roster showcases its own set of stars. Forward Artyom Volkov, with 38 goals and 35 assists, leads the team in scoring, often finding the back of the net with his lethal wrist shots. Defenseman Viktor Pavlov is an anchor on their blue line, with 14 goals and 19 assists, while racking up 100 blocked shots. Netminder Igor Korolev has delivered solid performances with a .915 save percentage, keeping his team in tight games. Forward Dmitry Orlov, contributing 25 goals and 30 assists, rounds out the attack. Missing from their lineup are forward Pavel Ivanov, sidelined with a knee injury, and defenseman Andrei Petrov, who’s out due to illness.
Head-to-Head
HK Arlan Kokschetau and
Torpedo Ust Kamenogorsk have faced off numerous times, with Arlan holding the upper hand. In their last three encounters, Arlan has secured victories: a dominant 9-2 win on April 5, 2025, and a 5-3 triumph on March 15, 2025. Torpedo did manage a narrow 3-2 victory earlier this year on January 20, 2025, showing they've got the potential to turn the tables.
Recent Form
HK Arlan Kokschetau has been in sparkling form, their last five games showing four wins, including a commanding 9-2 victory over Torpedo, a 7-1 win against Saryarka, and narrow 2-1 and 2-1 victories in their other encounters with Saryarka. Their only slip came in a 5-4 loss to Saryarka.
Torpedo Ust Kamenogorsk’s recent form is a mixed bag. After a tough 9-2 loss to Arlan, they bounced back with two wins against Humo Tashkent, 4-3 and 3-4, before claiming another victory 3-1. They faltered with a 4-1 loss against Humo Tashkent in their recent outing.
Wrap-Up
Both teams are bringing firepower and determination to this crucial league matchup. Arlan, with their potent offensive lineup and solid goaltending, looks to extend their winning streak and maintain their dominance over Torpedo. Torpedo, despite recent inconsistencies, has demonstrated resilience and the ability to rebound, evident in their wins against Humo Tashkent. This matchup offers an intriguing blend of skill and strategy, with each side aiming to capitalize on any opportunity presented.
Summary
Given Arlan's commanding head-to-head record and their recent blistering form, they seem poised to continue their winning ways. Torpedo, needing to sharpen their defensive play and capitalize on scoring chances, faces an uphill battle. The upcoming clash promises to deliver thrilling moments as both teams vie for supremacy in the Kazakhstan
Higher League. With key players on both sides ready to make their mark, this game is set to be a highlight for any hockey fan.
Match Odds HK Arlan Kokschetau – Torpedo Ust Kamenogorsk
Leon's odds are 1.46 on HK Arlan Kokschetau triumphing on their territory.
At this moment our odds are equal to 5.3 on Torpedo Ust Kamenogorsk visiting team's winning.
Draw odds are 6.
