Victor Eklund (born 3 October 2006) is a Swedish ice hockey player for Djurgårdens IF of the HockeyAllsvenskan (Allsv). He is considered a top prospect eligible for the 2025 NHL entry draft.
Playing career
During the 2023–24 season, Eklund split time between Djurgården's J20 team and in the HockeyAllsvenskan. He recorded seven goals and 18 assists in 30 games in the junior league, before being promoted. He then recorded one goal and three assists in 15 games in the Allsv.
International play
Eklund represented Sweden at the 2024 IIHF World U18 Championships where he recorded four goals and two assists in seven games and won a bronze medal.
In December 2024, he was selected to represent Sweden at the 2025 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships. During the tournament he recorded two goals and four assists in seven games.
Personal life
Eklund is the son of former professional ice hockey player Christian Eklund. His brother, William, is a professional ice hockey player who was drafted seventh overall by the San Jose Sharks in the 2021 NHL entry draft.
Career statistics
Regular season and playoffs
International
References
External links
- Biographical information and career statistics from Eliteprospects.com, or Eurohockey.com, or The Internet Hockey Database
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