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...
Jacob Moverare – The Next Ones: NHL 2016 Draft Prospect Profile
April 18th, 2016 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 eligible THW Mock Draft March Madness: 60 Twitter: @moveraree Other Rankings: Future Considerations: 68 The Draft...
"HudaShow" Taking Celebration to next Level
November 3rd, 2015 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 Kane dropping to one knee after a sweet goal is palpable. Or how about a funky dance by Jordin Tootoo after his goal last week? It’s just something...
Andreas Johnson: The Next Leafs Stud
February 18th, 2015 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 another Swedish youngster. Another Top Swede in T.O. The team selected Gavle, Sweden native Andreas Johnson in the seventh round in 2013, but...
With Leafs Out, Time to Put Nylander In
February 7th, 2015 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 didn’t win a game when no one was looking, rather since the team managed to record a point during their 10-game skid, during a shootout loss to New Jersey on...
Luleå Win the Champions' Hockey League Cup
February 6th, 2015 The Swedish Luleå are the European Cup holders and winners of the IIHF’s Champions’ Hockey League 2014-15. The team won the finals against Frölunda Gothenburg last Tuesday, 3 February 2015. Thus, they have re-captured the CHL cup, which already was in their hands after the successful 2012-13 season. Notwithstanding the fact that...
BREAKING: What Will NHL Jerseys With Sponsors Look Like?
November 6th, 2014 It's been something that fans have been dreading, but it appears inevitable at this point. Just two months ago, it was reported that Gary Bettman and NHL owners had decided against allowing corporate sponsors to have real estate on NHL jerseys. Hockey fans breathed a collective sigh of relief. However, buried in that report, was this...
Joakim Lindstrom May Be the Blues Key to a Truly Successful Year
October 15th, 2014 Though it's far too early to see the lasting effects Joakim Lindstrom will have on the St. Louis Blues, he could very well be the key to a deep playoff run. He started his professional career in the Swedish Elite League (SEL), which is now known as the SHL (Swedish Hockey League), in 2000 and was drafted by the Columbus Blue Jackets in...
