Johan Pennerborn was fired as head coach for Färjestad almost a month ago and instead 41-year-old Tomas Mitell from Mariestad took over.
Ahead of the final round of the SHL, Mitell has led Färjestad to a sixth place in the series, which means a direct promotion to the quarterfinals.
In the event of a victory against Växjö, FBK finishes in fifth place with the greatest certainty - in the event of a loss, the risk is that the team will instead be forced to play in the round of 16, depending on Örebro's result against Skellefteå.
In other words, a lot is at stake on Thursday night.
In the video, Tomas Mitell and Michael Lindqvist talk about the advantage of reaching the quarterfinals directly - and provide answers to the question of how good Färjestad will be in this year's playoffs.
Thrives in the new club
Tomas Mitell has otherwise found himself well settled in his new hometown and Färjestad, with which he has signed a contract until April 2025.
- I feel good, I have felt very welcome in the organization and around.
It has been a hectic but very fun time.
In terms of play, he also thinks he has been able to make a mark on the team.
- So far we have taken steps in the right direction and match all teams so far.