Rapperswil-Jona Lakers take the lead in the National League play-in series with a 2-1 victory over Bern.
Rapperswil-Jona Lakers gained a slight edge in their National League play-in series, defeating Bern 2-1 on Monday. All three goals in the crucial first game were scored in the opening period. The win gives Rapperswil-Jona Lakers a step closer to the playoffs, though the series remains tightly contested.
Tyler Moy opened the scoring for the visitors just 1:43 into the game, but Bern quickly responded with a goal from Miro Aaltonen at the 6-minute mark, ending a 12-match goal drought for the Finnish forward. Victor Rask then restored Rapperswil-Jona Lakers’ lead before the first period concluded, making it 2-1.
The second and third periods saw a more cautious approach from both teams, with limited scoring opportunities as they prioritized avoiding costly mistakes. The game remained balanced, with neither side able to capitalize on their chances.
The deciding game is scheduled for Wednesday at 8:00 PM in Rapperswil-Jona. The winner of this two-game series will advance to the playoff quarterfinals, while the loser will see their season end.
