Earlier today, the Islanders announced they had signed 2026 1st round pick Malte Gustafsson to his three year entry level contract. Gustafsson was selected 13th overall by the Islanders in the NHL draft last month.
In post draft interviews, Gustafsson said he plans to go back to Sweden to play next season but could come over after that. Some have started to speculate that he could potentially follow a similar track to Victor Eklund who came over after his Swedish season ended at the end of the season and is now poised to make the NHL squad this fall.
Some questioned the Islanders pick of Gustafsson because he is another left handed defenseman. However, at 6'4 and as smooth a skater as he is they don't grow on trees. I am excited to see him progress this season and see what he can bring to the table in North America.
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