# Brynäs IF organizational changes

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bryns-if-organizational-changes
> Updated: 2026-09-08T09:38:50.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Brynäs IF has undergone several roster and leadership changes in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL).

Veteran forward Calle Jarnkrok, who brings 13 seasons of NHL experience, signed a three-year contract with the club through the 2028-29 season. This marks a return to his hometown of Gävle.

Additionally, the club confirmed that head coach Niklas Gällstedt will depart following the conclusion of the 2026/27 season. Gällstedt, who led the team back to the SHL and earned a silver medal, indicated that his four-year tenure was ready for a transition.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Swedish sports updates: Frölunda signs Clarke and Gällstedt to depart Brynäs

Swedish sports updates: Frölunda HC signs Canadian forward Graeme Clarke, Brynäs IF confirms head coach Niklas Gällstedt will depart after the 2026/27 season, and Kalmar FF signs Amara Camara.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/swedish-sports-updates-frlunda-signs-clarke-and-gllstedt-to-depart-bryns

### 2026-08-31: Calle Jarnkrok signs three-year deal with Brynäs IF

Former NHL forward Calle Jarnkrok has signed a three-year contract with Swedish SHL club Brynäs IF, returning to his hometown after 13 seasons in North America.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/calle-jarnkrok-signs-three-year-deal-with-bryns-if

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