Story Summary
Lausanne HC and defenceman Sami Niku have agreed to terminate the player’s contract by mutual consent. The deal would otherwise have run until next spring. The Lions thanked Niku for his dedication and professionalism and wished him well.
Niku joined Lausanne last summer after a season with EHC Kloten. Across 56 National League appearances for Lausanne, he recorded eight goals and 19 assists. He is reportedly likely to continue his career with Linköping in Sweden.
Key Facts
- Lausanne HC and Sami Niku have agreed to terminate his contract by mutual consent.
- Niku’s contract would have lasted until next spring before the termination.
- The club publicly thanked Niku for his dedication and professionalism in its release.
- Sami Niku joined Lausanne last summer after a season with EHC Kloten.
- In 56 National League games for Lausanne Niku recorded eight goals and 19 assists.
- Niku is 29 years old, according to reporting cited.
- Press reports have suggested he is likely to join Linköping HC in Sweden.
IHM Discussion
The mutual termination ends Niku’s time with Lausanne before his contract was due to expire next spring. The club offered no further explanation for the timing, beyond thanking the Finnish defenceman for his dedication and professionalism.
Niku leaves Lausanne having played 56 National League games, recording eight goals and 19 assists. A report from Sweden has linked the 29-year-old with Linköping, but neither a move nor its terms have been confirmed by Lausanne.
Why It Matters
The agreement brings Lausanne’s association with Niku to an immediate end, despite his contract having been due to run until next spring.
For Niku, the next move remains unconfirmed. Linköping has been identified as a likely destination, but any switch to Sweden will remain conditional until it is formally announced.