Simon Holmström scored two goals for the New York Islanders as they earned a much-needed 4-1 road win over Toronto in last night’s NHL game. “Everyone played incredible,” the Swede said after the game.
Ice hockeyMinnesota's Jesper Wallstedt is being touted as a possible candidate for the NHL Rookie of the Year award. According to a survey, the Swede ranks second on the list.
Ice hockeyMatthew Schaefer became the youngest defenseman to score two goals in an NHL game overnight when his New York Islanders beat Columbus 3–2. The deciding goal was scored by Sweden's Simon Holmström.
Ice hockeyIt became a tough start to the World Championship for Finland and Switzerland, who both lost badly on Thursday night.
SportsTwelve years of gold drought and a bitter final defeat last time in Gothenburg. Can Sweden go all the way on Canadian soil in the Junior World Championship – the tournament that Swedes celebrating Christmas and New Year's have learned to love.
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