+ Christian Djoos, defenseman, Brynäs.
Age: 30 years.
Latest club: Lausanne.
Svartvadet's assessment: "Stanley Cup champion 2018 with Washington. Homecomer. Will become a commander in this Brynäs." Injured and out at the start of the season.
+ Leon Bristedt, forward, Rögle.
Age: 29.
Latest club: Davos.
Svartvadet's assessment: "Has matured. Artist. Better than ever! Wants to take responsibility and be a leader."
Jesper Olofsson, f, Modo.
Age: 32.
Latest club: Biel-Bienne.
Svartvadet's assessment: "Homegrown. Goal scorer. Fantastic shot, loves to decide and will win many points for his team."
Oskar Steen, f, Färjestad.
Age: 26.
Latest club: Boston Bruins/Providence.
Svartvadet's assessment: "Right age, intense, hardworking every day/game. Groundbreaking!"
Patrik Karlkvist, f, Örebro.
Age: 32.
Latest club: Oskarshamn.
Svartvadet's assessment: "Goal scorer and leader. Skilled. Will be decisive if Örebro gets relegated from SHL or makes the playoffs."
