Traktor Chelyabinsk vs Lokomotiv Yaroslavl Prediction 11 October 2025
🔊 Chelyabinsk Traktor are set to host Yaroslavl Lokomotiv on their home ice as part of the KHL regular season. We're in for another clash between last season's Gagarin Cup finalists. The memories of that title showdown are likely still vivid for all involved. However, this season the teams are performing quite differently. The hosts are struggling to stay among the leaders in the East, while the visitors have comfortably settled at the top of the West.
Head-to-Head
Apart from the memorable 2025 Gagarin Cup final, the rivals have already clashed in the current regular season. In the Opening Cup match, Lokomotiv edged out Chelyabinsk on home ice, winning 2-1 in a shootout. Forward Maxim Berezkin converted the decisive post-game attempt. The contest was fiercely contested and marked by a scarcity of dangerous opportunities.
Head-to-head statistics Traktor Chelyabinsk - Lokomotiv Yaroslavl
Traktor Chelyabinsk Team Overview
Benoît Groulx's squad have hit a rough patch since the start of October, suffering four defeats in their last five outings. The only real excuse is that all these setbacks came during a road trip against Western Conference teams, which clearly didn't go as planned. Even after returning to Chelyabinsk, Traktor struggled mightily, only managing to edge past the modest Barys in overtime (3-2). It's also worth highlighting their defensive issues. Despite sitting fourth in the East, they have already conceded 45 goals, the worst record in the conference. This trend can't continue for long.
Match Results: Traktor Chelyabinsk
Lokomotiv Yaroslavl Team Overview
The reigning Gagarin Cup holders show no signs of slowing down. The club has already claimed the top spot in the West, and the summer coaching staff changes haven't impacted their competitiveness at all. They've secured six wins in their last eight games, with only one regulation-time loss. That setback came against Avangard in Omsk, where they put on a defensive masterclass (1-4). However, this minor slip doesn't alter the overall perception of the team: they've scored 44 goals and conceded just 26, both the best figures in the conference.
Match Results: Lokomotiv Yaroslavl
🏒 Projected Lineups
Traktor: Driedger - Gross, Telegin - Glotov, Grigorenko, Leivo
Lokomotiv: Isaev - Gernat, Bereglazov - Surin, Ivanov, Radulov
🥅 Goalkeepers
Traktor's goalie Chris Driedger is struggling this season. The Canadian seems to have underestimated the KHL's level and has been caught off guard. With only 89.8% of shots saved, this is far from the performance expected in Chelyabinsk.
Lokomotiv's goaltender Daniil Isaev stands out as one of the few players in his position across the league who plays almost without substitutions. The homegrown talent has already appeared in 12 games, saving an average of 93.7% of shots. These elite numbers consistently empower his teammates to achieve success.
Editorial Prediction
Yes, Traktor remain among the favorites in the Eastern Conference, but the team is facing clear issues. Their play in their own zone and at the back is under heavy criticism, acknowledged even by head coach Benoit Groulx. The visitors, on the other hand, are not just maintaining their pace; they are getting stronger over time. The home advantage won't play a significant role here, as the hosts are grappling with serious challenges. Our bet is on Lokomotiv's overall victory.No comments
Betting Tips: Traktor Chelyabinsk - Lokomotiv Yaroslavl
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