Fife Flyers fans will get their first glimpse of a completely new look team later this month.

Head coach Tim Wallace’s summer rebuild continued with the addition of some real firepower with the signing of an experienced Finnish import.

Mika Partanen is another new face to UK ice hockey, and is due in town mid-August along with the coach and all the players ahead of a pre-season training camp and four exhibition games before the puck drops on the 2026-27 EIHL campaign.

The 33-year-old arrives in Fife with a wealth of experience gained across some of Europe’s top leagues, having iced in the Finnish Liiga, the KHL, Norway’s EHL and, most recently, Poland’s PHL.

Tim Wallace has all but completed his summer rebuild of Fife Flyers' roster (Pic: Dave Williams)

placeholder image — Tim Wallace has all but completed his summer rebuild of Fife Flyers' roster (Pic: Dave Williams)

Standing at 6’3″, Partanen has consistently produced throughout his professional career, combining offensive ability with a strong physical game and veteran presence.

After progressing through HIFK’s junior system in Finland, Partanen spent two seasons in the Ontario Hockey League with the Mississauga St. Michael’s Majors before returning home to begin his professional career. Since then, he has built an impressive résumé across Europe, delivering consistent offensive production throughout.

Most recently, Partanen laced up the skates in Poland, where he recorded 15 goals and 27 assists for 42 points in 36 games.

Partenan joins a new-look line-up which will feature just one returning import, Garet Hunt, when the puck drops at the end of this month.

Wallace said: “Mika brings a combination of size, strength and skill that is becoming increasingly rare in today’s game.”

“He uses his frame exceptionally well to protect the puck, has a heavy, accurate shot and possesses the hands to make plays in tight areas. He’s a player who can impact the game in multiple ways, and we’re excited to see what he can accomplish in a Flyers jersey.”

Meanwhile, young defenceman Cole Giannandrea has been confirmed as two-way signing with Solway Sharks.

The 17-year old skater will split his time between Flyers and Kirkcaldy Kestrels, and also lace up for the NIHL Dumfries side.

Flyers fans will get their first glimpse of the team in action when Ukranian outfit, Kyiv Capitals come to Fife Ice Arena on Friday, August 28, followed by Hull Seahawks on the 29th. The coach and players are due to start arriving in town in mid-August.