Canadiens Should Give Norlinder One More SHL Season to Develop
With their rookie camp well underway and the first rookie game against the Ottawa Senators in the books, there are a few Montreal Canadiens players to watch, such as Rafael…
Swedish Hockey League
Björn Liljander, Assistant General Manager, Frölunda HC
For more than a decade, Frölunda Hockey Club in the Swedish Hockey league has consistently developed a startling number of top prospects drafted into the National Hockey League. Since 1981, they…
A Look Back: Gabriel Landeskog’s Unique Path to Success
This article was originally written in May, 2014. When the name Gabriel Landeskog is mentioned around NHL circles, there are a few words that are bound to pop up nearly…
From the NHL to Europe: A Brave Move Before Retirement
Do you remember “The Final Countdown”? The song was made famous by the Swedish rock band Europe in 1986. Coincidentally, the title could refer to the many former NHLers who decide…
Linus Soderstrom on Islanders’ Goaltending Radar
At just 20 years of age, Linus Soderstrom is an inspiration. Although it’s no secret that he’s been an incredible talent for a long time, nothing has come easy for him.…
Rasmus Dahlin: The Next Erik Karlsson or Better?
Sweden has been placing top defensemen in the NHL for decades and will keep doing so for many years to come. Meanwhile, in Sweden, we are witnessing the embryo of the…
October Swedish Spotlight: Daniel Paille, Draft Watch & More
Just in time for the first snow to fall in the southern parts of Sweden, I am launching this segment on The Hockey Writers, where I share with you the hottest hockey topics…
Avalanche Sign Defenseman Lindholm Before Draft Rights Expire
The Colorado Avalanche announced Tuesday that the team has signed Swedish blue liner Anton Lindholm to a three-year, entry-level contract. The Avalanche selected Lindholm with the 144th overall pick at…
Jacob Moverare – The Next Ones: NHL 2016 Draft Prospect Profile
Jacob Moverare 2015-16 Team: HV71 J20 (#72) Date of birth: 8/31/1998 Place of birth: Osterstund, Sweden Ht: 6’2 Wt: 198 Shoots: Left Position: D NHL Draft Eligibility: 2016 1st year…
“HudaShow” Taking Celebration to next Level
Our THW colleague Joseph Robin said it right in one of his recent articles: “There is a need for celebration in sports. Goal celebrations are honestly awesome. The excitement of Patrick…
Andreas Johnson: The Next Leafs Stud
Hype around Maple Leafs prospects has largely been about William Nylander ever since the team drafted him eighth overall in last year’s draft, but Leaf fans should familiarize themselves with…
With Leafs Out, Time to Put Nylander In
Leafs got some bittersweet news this week. After reportedly matching the team’s longest losing streak in franchise history, the NHL made it clear that that was not true. No they…