Linus Eriksson – 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Linus Eriksson

2023-24 Team: Djurgårdens (J20 Nationall & HockeyAllsvenskan)
Date of Birth: Mar 23, 2006
Place of Birth: Stockholm, Sweden
Height: 6-foot-0 Weight: 185 pounds
Shoots: Left
Position: Center
NHL Draft Eligibility: 2024 first-year eligible

Rankings

• NHL Central Scouting: 10th (EU Skaters)
• TSN (McKenzie): 65th
• TSN (Button): 63rd
• The Hockey News (Ferarri): 26th
• FC Hockey: 58th
• Elite Prospects: 92nd
• McKeen’s Hockey: 75th

Linus Erikkson bolstered his draft stock with an excellent performance at the 2024 U18 World Championship, captaining Sweden to a bronze medal finish. He was Sweden’s most consistent forward, stepping up in key situations for them. He excelled on both sides of the puck and drove play below the goal line. His vision and playmaking stood out in this tournament. Scouts note that Eriksson’s play at times has been a bit up-and-down, but when he’s been good, he’s been really good.

Prior to the tournament, Eriksson split the season between Djurgardens’ men’s and junior teams. In these games, he has shown that he is intelligent, plays a nice two-way game, and is a tremendous passer. He had a solid showing at the Hlinka Gretzky but looked more dangerous at the World Junior A Challenge and other smaller events throughout the year. He uses his skills to work a give-and-go effectively, make passes into space for teammates to skate onto or wait for a defender to close to open up a passing lane.

Risk – 2/5, Reward – 4/5

Fantasy Hockey Potential

Offense – 7.5/10, Defense – 5/10

Awards/Achievements

2024 HockeyAllsvenskan Most Points by U18 Junior (11)
2024 HockeyAllsvenskan Silver Medal
2024 U18 WJC Bronze Medal
2024 U18 WJC Top 3 Players on Team

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