A first period of urgency and precision
Lausanne kept their busy schedule rolling with a strong start at the Raiffeisen Arena, extending their winning run to four games. The match is presented by our partner, Vaudoise Assurances, reinforcing the Lions commitment to the regional community. The home side wasted little time on the power play, and a well-executed sequence finished by Dominik Kahun gave Lausanne the early edge.
Despite the pace and control, Ajoie found a reply on Lausanne’s first infraction as veteran forward Jeremy Wick tied the game on the visitors first power play. The teams traded chances, but the Lions responded quickly. Three minutes after the equalizer, Lausanne struck again as Ken Jäger fired home on another power play to restore the lead in front of the home crowd. It was a reminder that Lausanne’s power play remains a potent weapon, building on a season in which they have converted at a high rate on special teams.
Dominik Kahun opens, Ken Jäger finishes
The period underscored how even a tight match can hinge on moments of individual quality. Kahun got the sequence started with a composed finish, while Jäger’s finish underscored Lausanne’s ability to convert two of three power plays in the frame. These two goals in three power play opportunities gave the Lions a 2-1 cushion that would set the tone for the rest of the night.
Stability and discipline in the middle stages
After a lively opening, the middle two periods cooled as both sides settled into a tighter game. Lausanne did not press to run up the score, instead prioritizing discipline and defensive structure to protect the one-goal lead. Connor Hughes delivered a standout performance in goal, stopping 24 of 25 shots and providing a steady barrier behind a defense that repeatedly blocked or redirected chances from Ajoie.
The Swiss keeper was supported by a committed defensive corps that refused to yield space in the critical areas. Lausanne’s structure and goaltending allowed the Lions to weather the visitors late pushes, keeping the score at 2-1 as the clock wound down.
Key saves and late attempts
Lausanne tried to add an insurance marker in the final minutes with quick-zone entries and rapid puck movement, but Noah Patenaude, the Ajoulot netminder, reliable as ever, stood tall and kept his team within striking distance. The late resistance helped Ajoie remain in contention until the final horn.
Standings, momentum and the road ahead
The victory keeps Lausanne in second place with eight wins in ten games, two points behind the league-leading Davos. The Lions have now produced a second four-game win streak this season, a testament to the team’s consistency despite a demanding schedule.
Looking ahead, Lausanne will face EHC Kloten on October 1 with a 19:45 puck drop, then travel to EV Zoug on Friday, before hosting the ZSC Lions on Saturday October 4 at 19:45. The current form has the Lions hungry to extend their run and close the gap at the top of the National League standings.
