The contract-free forward Jakob Lilja is drawing concrete interest from several SHL teams. After seven seasons abroad the 32-year-old could return to Swedish hockey.
Lilja left Swiss club EV Zug earlier this spring and remains without a new deal. Sources indicate that multiple SHL clubs are actively pursuing the experienced attacker, who is viewed as a strong option for top-six depth and versatility due to his speed and background.
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Several Swedish hockey players have shared updates on their careers following the 2025-26 season.
Several prominent players from the Swedish Hockey League remain unsigned as the 2026/27 season approaches. Hockeynews published a list of ten such athletes on June 21.
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Luleå is pursuing a potential bonus signing by contacting veteran center Jacob Olofsson. The move would add depth to an already strong forward group for next season.
Lucas Wallmark has left a strong contract in Switzerland to join Björklöven in the SHL. The 30-year-old forward had helped Fribourg win its first league title. He described the move as a decision from the heart.
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Visby Roma is actively pursuing forward Carl Jakobsson from Västerås as part of its preparations for a return to the Hockeyallsvenskan. The club is also advancing plans to renovate its home arena.
NHL forward Carl Grundström remains without a contract ahead of the upcoming season. The 28-year-old World Championship player has expressed interest in staying in North America while keeping Björklöven as a potential option.
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Leksand sports chief Jesper Ollas has detailed the club's summer signings in an interview. The team has secured several players including Åke Stakkestad and Oliver Dejbjerg Larsen to strengthen its bid for promotion.