26-year-old Joakim Nygård might very well do just that. His blazing speed makes him one of, if not the fastest player in the league. He has been a steady contributor for Färjestad the past few years and is defensively dependable which makes him bottom-six material for an NHL team looking to add depth.
“His speed makes him a threat offensively, but I also feel he can do other things for you as well, like kill penalties and be a good forechecker”, Rikard Grönorg said as he made Nygård one of his players for Beijer Hockey Games earlier this week.
Nygård had offers from NHL teams last year, but chose to stay in Sweden.
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Joakim Nygard sounds like the perfect line-mate for Mikael Backlund.
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Nygard is under contract with Farjestad BK for the next three years, but an agreement between the NHL and SHL means Nygard could head to North America if he does accept a deal. Nygard is one of the fastest skaters in the SHL and has been a recurring member of Farjestad’s special teams unit. Scouts like Nygard’s defensive instincts and his speed allows him to get back to deal with trouble in his own zone while creating opportunities at the other end of the ice.
I totally forgot about Lindy and Fantenberg I wonder how much that kind of thing plays into the decision of the average free agent. I'm sure it doesn't hurt our chances.
A bit unreasonable to believe this guy could replace Frolik on the 3M line. This is a player who likely would be fighting for a 4th line spot.
Indeed. Frolik may indeed be gone when his contract expires, but through a ton of adversity -- injuries, and getting scratched multiple times -- he's quietly put up a very nice season. He might be the most underappreciated member of the team; the grit, effort, desire and experience is still there. Frolik takes no nights off. To think a rookie steps into his shoes and not a beat is missed seems pretty wishful thinking.
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Isn't Nygård the name of that guy who sold clothes at Sears?
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On a 1 year deal its probably a smart idea. More ice time should get you better numbers and then you have a lot more leverage talking to all other teams the following season.
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