Facing Mulhouse, the team from Nice fell short but still managed to secure the 8th place, qualifying them for the playoffs.
The Eagles of Nice had a great opportunity to take the 8th place (qualifying for the playoffs) during this match against Mulhouse.
Everything started very well for Nice as they led 3 goals to 2 by the end of the first period, thanks to goals from Switzer, Hamrak, and Hampl.
While it was thought the southerners could overtake Epinal in the standings, they couldn’t score a single point in the next two periods. Worse, they conceded two goals, resulting in a defeat, especially since it was at home, against a lower-ranked opponent.
However, since Mulhouse’s 4th goal was scored in overtime, Nice still earned one point… allowing the team to take the 8th place from Épinal.
Nice will host Grenoble (2nd) in the next match day, with the aim of maintaining this 8th place.
