Titans are the class of Europe

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Titans are the class of Europe

 

HELSINKI, FINLAND -- With the looming passing of the VHL season's midway point, the picture in the European Conference has become starkly clear - the Helsinki Titans are for real.

Having conceded only 67 goals through the team's first 35 games, the Titans have stifled their opposition en route to a league-best 26-7-2 record. Like so many great teams of the past, the Titans are built from the net out and led by netminder Tuomas Tukio who has emerged as one of the top goaltenders in the league.

 

Tukio's 1.84 GAA and .925SV% rank second and third respectively among goaltending leaders; giving the Titans precisely what they need to have an opportunity to win every night. While the team might not pack the offensive punch some might expect from a bona fide Continental Cup contender, the Titans play an excellent team game and personify the style of play it takes to win a championship in this league.

 

With just over half the season left on the schedule, there is no reason to think that the Titans won't maintain their perch atop the European Conference, but don't be surprised to see the team actively considering options that might put them over the top come playoff time with no shortage of contenders in the North American conference.