Maple Leafs' Oliver Ekman-Larsson to play for Sweden at upcoming IIHF World Championship
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Maple Leafs' Oliver Ekman-Larsson to play for Sweden at upcoming IIHF World Championship
"Ekman-Larsson has already represented Sweden internationally once this season, playing in his country's colours at February's Winter Olympics, averaging 10:27 TOI/game, as Sweden was eliminated in the quarterfinals by the United States."
"Amidst a disastrous season, especially on the blue line, Ekman-Larsson managed to hold steady as the team's best defender, finishing the season with eight goals and 31 assists for 39 points in 78 games."
"He was one of only two Leafs blue liners to finish with a positive goal differential at 5-on-5, and in early April, he was named Toronto's nominee for this year's edition of the Bill Masterton Trophy."
Oliver Ekman-Larsson is set to play for Team Sweden at the 2026 IIHF World Championship. He previously represented Sweden at the Winter Olympics, averaging 10:27 TOI/game. Despite Sweden's quarterfinal elimination, he has a rich history of international play, including six World Championships and two Olympic Games. This season, he was the Maple Leafs' best defender, scoring eight goals and 31 assists for 39 points. He was nominated for the Bill Masterton Trophy, recognizing his perseverance and dedication to hockey. Other Maple Leafs players will also participate in the tournament.
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