Karlin stresses need for physical players in Kalmar rebuild

New Kalmar HC coach Mattias Karlin has shared his views on the team's roster changes ahead of the next season. He highlighted several additions focused on toughness and physical play.

Mattias Karlin is preparing for his first season as head coach of Kalmar HC. The team has already completed most of its roster overhaul, with twelve new signings in place before his arrival.

Karlin praised the group's tougher new players. He specifically mentioned Hampus Plato, noting his strong playoff performance last year and potential to score goals.

The coach also expressed high hopes for loaned talent Viktor Klingsell from Skellefteå. Karlin described him as a major prospect who could draw fans to the arena.

Kalmar plans to add at least one more player. Karlin said the main goal is to play strong hockey, with hopes of finishing in the upper half of HockeyAllsvenskan.

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