Marcus Krüger undecided on Djurgården future

Djurgården captain Marcus Krüger has not yet decided whether to continue playing next season. The 36-year-old forward is training individually while maintaining contact with club officials.

Krüger told Expressen that he is weighing his options ahead of the new campaign. He said he maintains regular discussions with general manager Niklas Wikegård and sports director Markus Due-Boje. Last season was disrupted by injuries for the veteran forward, who appeared in 40 regular-season games and saw limited ice time in the playoffs. Despite the setbacks, Krüger continues his personal training program and has visited teammates at Hovet. He expressed hope for another season.

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Djurgården captain Marcus Krüger has spoken about his ongoing injury ahead of the SHL playoffs against Malmö, which start on Tuesday. The veteran forward missed the last five regular-season games but trained lightly on Monday. Coach Robert Kimby declined to reveal lineup details.

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Veteran forward Henrik Eriksson is back with Djurgården after five seasons with other clubs. The 36-year-old will rejoin the team for the upcoming season.

Marcus Johansson has signed a two-year contract with Färjestad BK after spending 16 years in the NHL. The 35-year-old forward left Minnesota Wild to return to Sweden with his family.

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Djurgårdens head coach Robert Kimby has identified four players as potential cornerstones for the upcoming SHL season. He praised their performances from the recently concluded campaign despite challenges like injuries and high expectations. Holm, Lindström, Blomgren, and Hudon each contributed significantly in distinct ways.

Alexander Bjurström is parting ways with Visby/Roma after two seasons as the team's top scorer. The 28-year-old forward turned down a contract offer despite helping the club achieve promotion to HockeyAllsvenskan.

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Defenseman Alexander Anderberg will not stay with Östersunds IK after failing to receive a new contract offer, despite his willingness to take a pay cut. Interest from Västerås and AIK has emerged for the hard-shooting back, who recorded 29 points in 49 games this season. Meanwhile, AIK forward Oliver Tärnström appears headed for the exit after two seasons, with Mora leading the pursuit.

 

 

 

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