Swedish hockey players make headlines in SHL and NHL

Several Swedish ice hockey players are making headlines regarding their professional developments. Jonas Lagerberg Hoen has made a successful comeback for Leksands IF after an eleven-month injury absence, scoring immediately in his return. The 19-year-old, who was a first-round NHL draft pick by the Ottawa Senators in 2026, is being discussed as a potential candidate for Sweden’s Junior World Championship squad.

In the NHL, 19-year-old talent Ivar Stenberg, who recently moved from Frölunda to the San Jose Sharks following his selection as the second overall pick in the summer draft, expressed admiration for veteran Mats Zuccarello after facing him in a recent game.

Meanwhile, in the SHL, Lucas Elvenes is currently leading the scoring race with 13 points in six matches for Växjö. Despite his success, Elvenes is on an expiring contract and has indicated that a return to his former club, Rögle, remains a possibility, though he also faces interest from Swiss club Lugano.