Bäckström uncertain on Brynäs future after playoff exit

Brynäs IF's season concluded with a quarterfinal loss to Växjö Lakers HC. Veteran forward Nicklas Bäckström, whose contract includes a one-year option, stated he has not discussed his future with the club. The 38-year-old reflected positively on his comeback despite the disappointment.

Brynäs bowed out of the SHL playoffs following their defeat to Växjö in the quarterfinals. Bäckström, who tallied 30 points in 45 regular-season games and two assists across five playoff matches, spoke to Expressen after the series ended. “We haven’t talked about the future,” he said regarding his contract option.

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Växjö Lakers celebrate Brogan Rafferty's late power-play goal securing 3-2 win and 3-1 series lead over Brynäs IF in SHL playoffs.
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Växjö Lakers edge Brynäs 3-2 in Game 4 for 3-1 SHL quarterfinals lead

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Växjö Lakers defeated Brynäs IF 3-2 in Game 4 of the SHL playoff quarterfinals at Monitor ERP Arena in Gävle, taking a commanding 3-1 series lead despite being outshot 32-17. Brogan Rafferty scored the late power-play winner after Brynäs' too many men penalty, capping a wild third period that saw Växjö's Eemeli Suomi receive a match penalty.

Veteran center Nicklas Bäckström will remain with Brynäs IF for the 2026/2027 campaign. The club confirmed that neither side activated the option to end his contract. Uncertainty lingers over his return timeline due to ongoing rehabilitation.

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Versatile forward Tyler Vesel expects to depart Brynäs after three seasons as his contract expires. The 32-year-old American told Gefle Dagblad he doubts receiving an offer from the club. He expressed willingness to consider a return to Björklöven, newly promoted to SHL.

Brynäs is reportedly in final negotiations to sign Finnish defenseman Juuso Välimäki for the upcoming SHL season. The 27-year-old brings nearly 300 NHL games of experience and strong offensive production from the AHL.

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Several Swedish hockey players with NHL experience are making moves back to the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) amid recent announcements and reports. Defenseman Sebastian Aho is set to join Växjö next season, while Robert Hägg has extended his stay with Brynäs until 2028. Samuel Johannesson is reportedly joining Frölunda immediately to bolster their defense.

IF Sundsvall Hockey, a resurgent team in Hockeyettan, is focusing on daily improvements as it prepares for a quarterfinal series against Borlänge starting March 11. Coach Jonas Lindström emphasizes building a strong organization without long-term deadlines, while expressing ambitions to return to HockeyAllsvenskan. The club has climbed back to contender status after financial troubles.

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Forward Linus Weissbach and Frölunda have parted ways, ending the player's second stint with the SHL club. The 28-year-old returned to his hometown team in 2024 after years playing in North America.

 

 

 

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