September 13, 2025 - Lulea vs. Malmo (SHL)

William Håkansson Lulea 8-Oct-07  6-4 207 LD  (2026 Eligible, Wiz #15)
Hakansson's size stands out and he fits the profile of the big, agile defenseman that we see more and more recently. Currently ranked mid-1st round for 2026. He is a smooth skater that makes good, accurate passes.  Played conservatively as this is only his fourth game;  was careful to stay back on defense and not jump into the rush too quickly.  Had a turnover in front of his net on a back pass that maybe he wasn't expecting.  Good change of direction, acceleration and positioning. Hard to tell much from first game but looks as if he will improve quickly, development of his offense might determine his draft slot.  Kind of resembles Radim Mrtka who went #12 to Colorado in 2025.
47-7-15-22 82 PIM in J20 last year in Sweden J20.

Casper Juustovaara (Karlsson) Lulea 25-Oct-07 5-8 168 C (2026 Eligible)
Juustovara is a smaller player but has the movement and energy that you are looking for.  Pushed forward on offense and looked to receive passes down low.  Had a shot block and was very disruptive on penalty kills, using stick to break up passes and clear the zone.  Could get some late-round consideration in 2026 if he can generate some offense.
New to the SHL this year, 50-14-24-38 in J20 last year in Sweden J20.

Isac Nilsson Malmo 10-Apr-07    6-0 176 LW (Undrafted 2025)
Was opportunistic on offense and had a couple of chances including a breakaway.  Dropped through the draft last year and would need a jump in scoring to get consideration in 2026.
New to league, 1 SHL game last year, had 43-11-19-30 in J20.