Krister Holm has outlined potential lineups for three Hockeyettan teams—Grums, Forshaga, and Grästorp—ahead of the 2026/2027 season. His speculations focus on retaining key players and recruiting from lower divisions amid budget constraints. The previews highlight dream additions and returning talents to strengthen each squad.
As the current Hockeyettan season nears its end, analyst Krister Holm is examining how all 40 teams might shape up for 2026/2027. In recent articles published yesterday, he detailed hypothetical rosters for Grums, Forshaga, and Grästorp, emphasizing cost-effective strategies and regional ties.
For Grums, with a limited budget, Holm suggests goalies Albin Alexandersson and Oskar Törnqvist as a reliable, affordable duo. On defense, retaining Erik Granrud is crucial, supplemented by potential recruits like William Fällman from Solstad in division two. The forward group could include experienced additions such as Jacob Rhodin from Solstad, Benjamin Trust from Hammarö, and Jonathan Ström from Kil, all bringing Hockeyettan pedigree to add skill and leadership.
Forshaga's setup appears stronger, with Holm recommending to keep goalies Edwin Falkenström and Eric Forsberg, who have performed well this year. The defense is stable, but adding Samuel Flodén from Färjestad's U20 could inject youth. Forwards represent the team's best lineup in years, potentially enhanced by Wille Johansson's return from Färjestad U20 (11 points in 10 games), Hugo Ek Koskela from Borås, Joel Nyman from Grums, and Jonathan Ström from Kil for added depth and scoring.
Grästorp should extend Leo Granholm as backup while targeting Sebastian Eriksson from Alvesta as primary goalie for stability. Defensively, holding onto Rasmus Berntsson and Felix Bergkvist is key, with Lucas Frank possibly returning from Tranås and Victor Kembel from Vänersborg providing upgrades. Among forwards, returnees like Tim Dackell from Tingsryd, Victor Lindman from HA74 (to pair with Anton Kivelä), and Linus Tjulander from Lidköping could boost offense with their work ethic and playmaking.
These previews underscore the importance of scouting division two and junior ranks, especially in Värmland, to build competitive teams without overspending.