Ilves Returns to Spengler Cup After 54-Year Absence, Unveils Busy Summer
Ilves will return to the Spengler Cup after 54 years and has announced a busy summer schedule, including a game-worn jersey auction, Ilves Day at Särkänniemi, new coaching appointments and Ilves+ broadcasts using a Finnish radio system.
Ilves will return to the Spengler Cup for the first time in 54 years and has unveiled a packed summer programme. A busy build-up. Highlights include a Playoffs 2026 game-worn jersey auction opening Wednesday 13 May 2026 and Ilves Day at Särkänniemi on Tuesday 18 August 2026. Match broadcasts on Ilves+ will use the Finnish radio system. The club published its 2026–2027 coaching group and the leadership lineups for its junior teams, and thanked coaches moving into new roles as well as players leaving the roster. Fans can order the Raipe Fund’s new golf collection until 18 May 2026, and supporters are urged to follow the auction and summer events as part of the build-up to next season.
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