How would you compare/contrast and ?
For starters, both the SHL and Liiga are great leagues in their own right. The Swedish League is extremely skilled and high-paced. Liiga also has a high caliber, but it's a bit more physical of a league throughout and more closely resembles a North American style of play in this regard. Head to head, the SHL takes the edge in terms of league prowess on the global scale.
Having scouted a few dozen games in both leagues, our analysis is based on first-hand experience. We also spoke with several players, coaches, and our partners in each respective league for their added perspective.
