Current Form

Ak Bars has extended its winning streak to seven consecutive games. The Kazan team has convincingly secured victories in all home matches so far. During their away tour, Anvar Gatiyatullin's squad triumphed over Lada (4-3), Metallurg (4-3), and Avtomobilist (6-2), showcasing excellent conversion of scoring opportunities. Upon returning home, the Bars faced a tough challenge against Amur, winning 3-2 in a shootout after scoring two goals only in the third period. The hosts could have clinched victory in regulation time but faltered at the end, leading to the shootout. With this latest success, the Kittens have solidified their position in second place in the Eastern Conference standings, accumulating 16 points from ten games.

Despite not displaying their best offensive play in the recent game, Dmitry Yashkin's team continues to average 3.4 goals per game with a conversion rate of 9.9%. At TATNEFT Arena, the hosts have yet to lose a point, boasting a goal differential of 15:4. The club's top scorers remain Artem Galimov (4+7) and Nicolas Petan (3+8), each tallying 11 points. Hot on their heels is the captain of the Kazan team, who has registered ten points (6+4).

Injuries and Suspensions

The Kazan team will be at full strength.

Interesting Betting Trends

• Ak Bars blocks an average of 17 shots on their goal per game.

The hosts consistently block numerous shots aimed at their goalkeepers in each match.

• The team from Tatarstan is one of the best in terms of faceoff win percentage.

Current Form

The Amur team managed to gain points in Kazan (2:3, OT) and broke their losing streak. Previously, Vadim Yapanchevtsev's squad played at home, securing only one victory against Vityaz (3:2) while suffering defeats to KHL rivals Kunlun (2:3), Dynamo Moscow (1:2), CSKA (0:3), and Torpedo (2:7) in regulation. On October 2, the visitors scored first at Tatneft Arena, leading until the third period. However, in the final 20 minutes, the Tigers faltered defensively, conceding twice, yet miraculously equalized just two seconds before the final buzzer. The Khabarovsk team currently sits 11th in the Eastern Conference with seven points from ten matches.

Alexander Khokhlachev's squad continues to struggle and remains unable to find their offensive rhythm. The Cats average only 1.7 goals per game, converting a mere 5.9% of their attempts. Ivan Mishchenko has emerged as the leading scorer in light of Devin Brosseau's injury, yet he has not scored himself but has provided five assists.

Injuries and Suspensions

Vladislav Barulin, Viktor Kobozov, Dmitry Shevchenko, and Devin Brosseau are still sidelined due to injuries.

Interesting Betting Trends

• Amur averages 30 shots on goal against opponents

The Khabarovsk team takes many shots but converts only 5.9% of them.

• The Tigers average seven penalty minutes per game

The visitors face several penalties but perform well while shorthanded.