Edinburgh gave their chances of taking the final Elite League play-off spot an unexpected boost with a 3-1 victory at leaders Coventry Blaze.

Martin Cingel opened the scoring for the Capitals and Colin Hemingway struck twice after Neal Martin had equalised for Blaze to put the Scots above Basingstoke - who they beat in overtime yesterday.

Cardiff Devils beat basement side Hull for the second time in as many days, but they needed a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw.

Manchester Phoenix made it three home wins out of three against Newcastle Vipers this season, recording a 5-2 victory.

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