The home teams all won tonight and it's still very difficult to predict any result this season. Coventry made it a pointless weekend for Belfast. Manchester, who couldn't buy a goal last Saturday, gained four points beating the league leaders Newcastle 5-2. If they carry this form on, it may not be too long before some of the old Storm fans realise that Manchester still have a top flight hockey team. Hull produced the result of the night, thumping a tired Panthers 5-1. Hull fans - set your Sky+ box. Panthers have appointed Cory Neilson as a fitness director this season. If this is a reflection of his ability - Oh dear! Cardiff, after one of the longest weeks in their history, must be delighted to have been on the ice and winning. In the cup, Edinburgh provided their fans with something to cheer about with a win against the previously impressive Sheffield Steelers.
Coventry Blaze 6
Belfast Giants 2
Manchester Phoenix 5
Newcastle Vipers 2
Hull stingrays 5
Nottingham Panthers 1
Edinburgh Capitals 2
Sheffield Steelers 1 (Cup Game)
Cardiff Devils 2
Basingstoke Bison 0
