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Illustration of young Swedish hockey player Viggo Björck skating in the World Championship opener against Canada.
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Sweden registers 20 players for world championship opener

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Tre Kronor has named 20 players for Friday's IIHF World Championship opener against Canada in Fribourg. Two goalies, six defensemen and twelve forwards are registered, leaving room for adjustments. Viggo Björck, 18, is set to become the youngest Swedish player ever in the tournament.

Carl Grundström will not play for Sweden in the world championship opener against Canada on Friday. The Philadelphia forward lands in Switzerland too late for the match.

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Sweden's preliminary roster for the World Championship in Switzerland includes ten NHL players and is already at the maximum of 25. Coach Sam Hallam remains in contact with additional North American-based Swedes in hopes of further reinforcements ahead of the opening game.

Swedish national ice hockey team coach Sam Hallam has selected a 10-debutant squad for the upcoming Fortuna Hockey Games from April 27 to May 3. Six players from the recent World Junior Championship gold-winning team have been included. The roster features a mix of experienced players and young talents.

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Axel Andersson of Brynäs has dismissed speculation about NHL interest, emphasizing his commitment to the Swedish club. The defenseman recently signed a two-year contract extension after Brynäs exited the SM playoffs. Andersson told Gefle Dagblad he has heard nothing concrete amid the rumors.

Sweden's Tre Kronor started the Olympic ice hockey tournament with a 5–2 victory over host nation Italy in Milan, but the game was closer than expected. The Swedes were pressured by the Italians, who tied the score twice despite Sweden's superior roster of NHL stars. Coach Sam Hallam calls for improvements ahead of the Finland matchup.

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Sweden's Tre Kronor ice hockey team arrived in Milano for the 2026 Winter Olympics, announced Gabriel Landeskog as captain with Victor Hedman and Erik Karlsson as assistants, and completed its first on-ice session. The group practiced lineups and goalies ahead of Wednesday's opener against Italy, as head coach Sam Hallam emphasized Landeskog's widespread respect.

 

 

 

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