Czech Ice Hockey Playoffs Heat Up: Spartak Uherský Brod Battles to Extend Series
The Czech 2nd Hockey League playoffs are delivering dramatic contests, with several series heading to decisive games. HC Spartak Uherský Brod, HC Cheb, and Draci Pars Šumperk all fought to avoid elimination in recent matchups, setting the stage for crucial contests this Wednesday.
Eastern Conference Thrillers
HC Spartak Uherský Brod and HC Orli Znojmo are locked in a tight series, currently tied at 2-2. Spartak secured a 3-2 victory on Monday, March 16th, forcing the series to a fifth and deciding game in Znojmo. The game went to a shootout, where Vaculík and Lukačka scored for Spartak, while goaltender Michal Šurý stopped all of Znojmo’s attempts. HC Spartak Uherský Brod Official Website
Meanwhile, Draci Pars Šumperk edged out HC Bobři Valašské Meziříčí 4-3 in overtime, also tying their series at 2-2. Tomáš Pospíšil scored the winning goal for Šumperk with just four seconds remaining in the fourth period. HC Spartak Uherský Brod Official Website
Western Conference Action
HC Stadion Cheb defeated HC Milevsko 1934 4-1, leveling their series at 2-2. Cheb scored two goals in the opening two minutes of the game, led by Adam Kremen who recorded two primary assists. HC Spartak Uherský Brod Official Website
Upcoming Playoff Schedule
The following games are scheduled for Wednesday, March 18th:
- HC Orli Znojmo – HC Spartak Uherský Brod
- HC Bobři Valašské Meziříčí – Draci Pars Šumperk
- HC Milevsko 1934 – HC Stadion Cheb
Quarter-final games are slated for March 21st, 23rd, 25th, or 27th and 29th. Semi-finals will follow in April, with the final series scheduled for April 16th, 17th, 20th, 21st, or 24th, 26th and 28th.
Recent Results
Here’s a recap of recent scores:
- March 16th: HC Spartak Uherský Brod 3-2 (SO) HC Orli Znojmo
- March 16th: Draci Pars Šumperk 4-3 (OT) HC Bobři Valašské Meziříčí
- March 14th: HC Spartak Uherský Brod 1-6 HC Orli Znojmo
- March 12th: HC Spartak Uherský Brod 6-3 HC Orli Znojmo
- February 4th: Draci Pars Šumperk 4-0 HC Spartak Uherský Brod Sofascore
- October 15th, 2025: Draci Pars Šumperk 8-1 HC Spartak Uherský Brod Onlajny.com