Relegation Round Results and Final Standings
The relegation round serves as a critical phase in the competition, determining which teams maintain their position and which face the risk of demotion. In this specific round, six games were played to decide the fate of the competing teams, with all results from the regular season carrying over to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of performance.
Key Facts
- Six games were contested during the relegation round.
- Regular season results were integrated into the final standings.
- SC Bern finished at the top of the table with 79 points.
- The bottom two teams, EHC Biel and Rapperswil-Jona Lakers, advanced to the final.
- Rapperswil-Jona Lakers won the final series with a score of 4-2.
Relegation Round Standings
The competition saw a tight race at the top, with SC Bern and EV Zug separated by only a single point. While SC Bern secured the top spot, the lower half of the table struggled with significant goal deficits, particularly the Rapperswil-Jona Lakers.
| Rank | Team | GP | W | L | OTW | OTL | SOW | SOL | Goals | Diff. | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SC Bern | 56 | 22 | 25 | 3 | 1 | 2 | - | 147:148 | -1 | 79 |
| 2 | EV Zug | 56 | 19 | 22 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 152:175 | -23 | 78 |
| 3 | EHC Biel | 56 | 13 | 33 | 1 | 6 | 2 | - | 130:168 | -38 | 56 |
| 4 | Rapperswil-Jona Lakers | 56 | 12 | 34 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 136:223 | -87 | 48 |
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Understanding the Statistics
To better understand the table, GP refers to Games Played, while OTW and OTL represent wins and losses in Overtime. SOW and SOL denote wins and losses via Shootouts. The goal difference (Diff.) highlights the gap between goals scored and goals conceded.
The Relegation Final
Following the conclusion of the round, the bottom two teams—EHC Biel and the Rapperswil-Jona Lakers—faced off in a high-stakes final series to determine the ultimate outcome of the relegation process.
The series was closely contested, featuring multiple overtime matches. Ultimately, the Rapperswil-Jona Lakers emerged victorious, winning the series 4-2. The individual game scores were as follows: 3:2 (OT), 1:3, 2:3, 4:3 (OT), 1:4, and 4:5.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many games were played in the relegation round?
A total of six games were played as part of the relegation round.
Did the regular season results count toward the standings?
Yes, results from the regular season carried over into the relegation round standings.
Which team finished first in the relegation round?
SC Bern finished in first place with 79 points.
Who played in the relegation final?
The final was played between the bottom two teams: EHC Biel and the Rapperswil-Jona Lakers.
What was the final result of the series between EHC Biel and Rapperswil-Jona Lakers?
The Rapperswil-Jona Lakers won the final series 4-2.