Not confirmed for the 2023-24 season by their respective clubs, Tomi Karhunen (SC Bern) and Sami Lepistö (SCL Tigers) have reached an agreement with HIFK for a one-year contract. Karhunen already played one game with HIFK at the beginning of the past season, while Lepistö had only ever suited up for Jokerit Helsinki in the Liiga until now.
Liiga
Off to Finland - Tomi Karhunen and Sami Lepistö sign with HIFK
The goaltender and the defender leave the Canton of Bern to return to their home country.

Tomi Karhunen