Ilves unveils 2026–27 plans in Tampere, returns to Spengler Cup after 54 years
Ilves will hold its Finlandia Group season launch in Tampere on Tuesday 26 May 2026 at 17:00 and revealed its 2026–27 plans, including pre-season friendlies, coaching staff, MVP Simon Johansson and a return to the Spengler Cup.
Ilves will hold its Finlandia Group season launch in Tampere on Tuesday 26 May 2026 at 17:00.
The club released its 2026–27 plans, outlining pre-season friendlies, the confirmed coaching staff and the naming of Simon Johansson as the Liiga-team MVP for 2025–26. Johansson was named MVP for the season.
Arttu Pelli will not continue after a mutual contract termination.
Ilves+ match broadcasts will use a Finnish radio system. An auction of Playoffs 2026 game-worn jerseys opens on Wednesday 13 May.
The club will host Ilves Day at Särkänniemi on Tuesday 18 August 2026 and is set to return to the Spengler Cup after a 54-year absence.
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