Forward Andrew Vanderbeck has decided to remain with Södertälje SK for another season instead of pursuing opportunities abroad.
The club announced on Monday that Vanderbeck will stay in Södertälje after turning down the chance to play overseas. He joined SSK from the Finnish team Pelicans in February and contributed four points in seven regular-season games before recording 13 points in 14 playoff matches.
Andrew Vanderbeck scored twice in the second period to flip the game in Södertälje's favor during a playoff match at Scaniarinken. The American forward equalized in power play and then took the lead after intercepting a pass. Albin Carlson extended the advantage to 3-1.
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Swedish forward Sebastian Dyk, who recently activated a clause to depart Södertälje SK, is now being pursued by Norwegian clubs including Vålerenga and Frisk Asker.
Västerås IK is nearing a complete squad for the 2026/27 season with only a few pieces remaining. The team has made several signings across positions while some contracts remain uncertain.
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Love Härenstam, the 19-year-old Swedish goaltender and world junior champion, has signed on for another season with Södertälje SK in Hockeyallsvenskan. The club announced the extension on Wednesday, keeping the Värmdö native through 2027. Härenstam, who was named the league's top rookie and best goaltender for the 2025/2026 season, remains with SSK despite being drafted by the NHL's St. Louis Blues.