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Viktor Fasth

Born:Aug. 8, 1982Draft:Undrafted
Hometown:Kalix, SwedenPosition:Goalie
Known For:World ChampionshipShoots/Catches:Left
National Team:SwedenCurrent Team:Retired

Erik Sixten Viktor Fasth (born 8 August 1982) was a former Swedish professional ice hockey goaltender who last played for the Växjö Lakers of the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 2012 to 2015, suiting up for Anaheim Ducks and Edmonton Oilers. While in the Ducks system, he played for the Norfolk Admirals. His record in the NHL was 26-26-7 in 63 games.

While playing for Växjö Lakers, he won two SHL league championships and four Swedish Goalie of the Year awards. On the international stage, Fasth won a gold and silver medal at the World Championships, claiming a Most Valuable Player and Best Goalie award at the tournament.

Viktor Fasth Statistics

Trade Tracker

DateTraded FromTraded ToTraded For
March 4, 2014Dallas Stars Edmonton OilersFifth-Round Pick 2014
(Matthew Berkovitz)
Third-Round Pick 2015
(Dennis Yan)

Deeper Dive

Achievements

  • Elitserian All-Team (2011)
  • Elitserian Best Player (2011)
  • World Championship All-Star Team (2011)
  • World Championship Best Goalie (2011)
  • World Championship Most Valuable Player (2011)
  • World Championship Silver Medal (2011)
  • World Championship Top 3 Player on Team (2011)
  • 4x Swedish Goalie of the Year – Honken Trophy (2011, 2012, 2018, 2021)
  • World Championship Gold Medal (2017)
  • 2x SHL Champion (2018, 2021)
  • SHL Goaltender of the Year (2021)

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