Will SKA revert the trend tonight?

Tonight’s matchup between SKA and Dynamo Moscow promises an intriguing clash. SKA, typically a powerhouse, has had an unusual streak of three consecutive losses, which is quite rare for them. On the flip side, Dynamo Moscow is riding high on a three-game winning streak, with many of its key players, including Nikita Gusev and Jordan Weal, displaying exceptional chemistry and scoring prowess.

One can’t ignore the earlier encounter this season when SKA managed to defeat Dynamo 2:1, with Marat Khairullin scoring the game-winner in the closing frame. This history adds an extra layer of excitement to the game.

Both teams will be eager to secure a victory in St. Petersburg. SKA will look to bounce back from their recent slump, while Dynamo will aim to continue their winning momentum.

In the other game of the matchday, HC Sochi welcomes Sibir. Sochi had a good boost from the second loan stint of Matvei Michkov from SKA, with the young forward starting his term with his old-new team with a pair of assists as the team defeated Severstal in OT on Wednesday. It was the second straight win for the Black Sea franchise.

19:00 SKA (2-3-0) vs Dynamo Moscow (4-2-0)

About the game

SKA, who has already defeated Dynamo this season (2:1), enters the second game of a four-match home series on a three-game losing streak.

Dynamo Moscow ends a two-game road trip and won its previous three matches.

SKA’s goalie Sergei Ivanov is on a 60:00 shutout streak.

Dynamo Moscow’s forward Nikita Gusev is on a five-game scoring streak, with 10 (3+7) points over that span.

Dynamo Moscow’s forward Jordan Weal is on a four-game scoring streak, with 8 (4+4) points.

Dynamo Moscow’s forward Eric O’Dell is also on a four-game scoring streak, with 6 (4+2) points.

Dynamo Moscow’s defenseman Brennan Menell had at least an assist in each of his previous three games, totaling four points.

Injury list

SKA: Dmitry Nikolayev.

Milestone alert

SKA’s forward Valentin Zykov lines up for his 100^th KHL appearance. 

19:30 HC Sochi (3-3-0) vs Sibir (2-2-1)

About the game

HC Sochi starts a three-game home series on a two-match winning streak.

Sibir starts a two-game road trip following two straight losses.

HC Sochi’s goalie Maxim Tretyak is on a 59:41 shutout streak.

Injury list

HC Sochi: Ildar Shiksatdarov.

Sibir: Trevor Murphy.

Milestone alert

Sibir’s forward Sergei Dubakin celebrates his 100^th KHL appearance.