Islanders’ first-rounder Victor Eklund coming stateside — and bringing ‘energy’ with him
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Victor Eklund, 19, is leaving Djurgården. The young forward joins the New York Islanders this week. – It will be exciting to follow, says Difs sports agent
Islanders’ first-rounder Victor Eklund coming stateside — and bringing ‘energy’ with him
After his season in the Swedish Hockey League with Djurgardens ended Saturday with a playoff loss to Malmo, first-round pick Victor Eklund will travel to North America this week and join the AHL Bridgeport Islanders, The Post has learned.
Islanders Reassign Victor Eklund To AHL
The Islanders have recalled top right-wing prospect Victor Eklund from his loan to Djurgårdens IF of the SHL, the Swedish club announced this morning. He was subsequently loaned to AHL Bridgeport, where he will finish this season before competing for an opening night roster spot in 2026-27. David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period was the first to relay the news yesterday. Eklund, 19, was the second of three first-round draft choices the Isles made l…
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