"Aside from his lethal shot, Heineman possesses the speed to keep up with any player in the league, and leads the NY Islanders in hits by a wide margin with 140. The Leksand, Sweden native is capable of playing on the wing on any of the four lines, but it appears as if Swedish GM Anders Lundberg didn't think that was enough to name Heineman among the 14 forwards."
"Holmstrom, coming off the best season of his NHL career, has seen his production fall off slightly, recording only eight goals and ten assists so far this season. Aside from his offense, Holmstrom is dynamic on the defensive end and thrives short-handed, as one of the biggest scoring threats in the league while down a man. One name that sticks out among the 14 forwards named is Pontus Holmberg of the Tampa Bay Lightning."
Neither Simon Holmstrom nor Emil Heineman were named to Sweden's 14-forward Olympic roster for the 2026 Winter Games. Heineman totaled 12 goals and six assists at mid-season, leads the New York Islanders with 140 hits, and brings a lethal shot, speed, and wing versatility. Holmstrom has eight goals and ten assists this season, excels defensively and short-handed, and came off his best NHL campaign. Pontus Holmberg made the roster with six goals and six assists and is valued for defensive acumen. One or both players could still be added before Feb. 13 if a named player suffers an injury.
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