Posts About "Swedish Hockey League"
A Look Back: Gabriel Landeskog's Unique Path to Success
September 13th, 2017 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 every time. Leader is obvious, as the 21-year-old Colorado Avalanche forward has spent the past two seasons as the youngest captain in NHL history. Gritty is another,...
From the NHL to Europe: A Brave Move Before Retirement
September 5th, 2017 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 to finish their careers with a stint in Europe. But for what will they be remembered? The Swedish Hockey League (SHL) has attracted a large number of North...
Linus Soderstrom on Islanders' Goaltending Radar
March 3rd, 2017 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. But where he's at right now shows that with dedication and a solid ground of self-reliance you can go further than most people think. Close to three years ago, the...
Rasmus Dahlin: The Next Erik Karlsson or Better?
November 17th, 2016 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 next big superstar evolving at the age of 17-years old in the Swedish Hockey League -- at least that's what everyone who has seen him play thinks. His name is Rasmus...
October Swedish Spotlight: Daniel Paille, Draft Watch & More
November 3rd, 2016 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 coming out of the domestic leagues in the most recent month. Now, you might ask yourself, and me, why would that be interesting for anyone outside...
Avalanche Sign Defenseman Lindholm Before Draft Rights Expire
May 24th, 2016 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 the 2014 NHL Entry Draft, and weren't far away from losing his draft rights before locking him up with this contract. Born in...
