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The San Jose Sharks re-signed forward Alexander Wennberg to a three-year, $18 million contract, recognizing his contributions including 19 assists this season, his international play for Sweden, and his career achievements in the NHL and SHL.
The Chicago Blackhawks selected Swedish player Anton Frondell with the No. 3 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, valuing his size, skill, and maturity, and see him fitting well with their future core including Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar. Frondell, who currently plays for Djurgården in Sweden, is expected to develop further in the SHL before potentially joining the NHL.
The Chicago Blackhawks selected Swedish forward Anton Frondell with the No. 3 overall pick in the NHL draft, describing him as a powerful, high-risk, high-reward prospect with a strong shot and potential to develop into a top player like Aleksander Barkov. Frondell, who missed part of the season due to knee surgery but excelled upon returning, aims to make the NHL roster next season, with the team optimistic about his future despite some concerns about consistency and skating.
The first round of the NHL draft saw Connor Bedard claim the No. 1 pick, while the Anaheim Ducks surprised by selecting Leo Carlsson over Adam Fantilli. The Philadelphia Flyers were winners, securing Matvei Michkov, the second-most-skilled player in the draft. The Washington Capitals missed out on Michkov, but still acquired a good prospect in Ryan Leonard. Swedish hockey dominated the draft with seven players selected, while the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League had no players taken in the first round for the first time since 2008. General managers face challenges with a minimal increase in the salary cap.