The Washington Capitals selected defenseman Aron Dahlqvist in the sixth round of the 2025 NHL Draft, further enhancing their defensive options. Acquired as part of a trade involving Declan Chisholm from the Minnesota Wild, Dahlqvist, an 18-year-old from Gävle, Sweden, stands at 6-foot-4 and played 16 games for Brynäs IF in the SHL last season. He has notable international experience with Sweden's Under-18 team. Dahlqvist is expected to play alongside legends like Nicklas Backstrom and other former Capitals players next season, furthering his development in the NHL.
The Washington Capitals selected defenseman Aron Dahlqvist in the sixth round of the 2025 NHL Draft, adding a promising young blueliner to their roster.
Dahlqvist, an 18-year-old from Gävle, Sweden, is a towering 6-foot-4 defender who is expected to team up with Capitals stalwarts next season.
NHL Central Scouting ranked Dahlqvist as the 48th-best international skater, showcasing the potential seen in his international experience with Sweden.
Sharing a history with Capitals' second-round pick Milton Gastrin, Dahlqvist has a background of international play, representing Sweden at various youth levels.
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