Djurgården Readies for SHL Return with Young Talents
Djurgården prepares for their SHL comeback with a focus on youth and experience as key players share their outlook.
Key Points
- • Djurgården returns to SHL after winning the hockeyallsvenska final against AIK.
- • Viggo Björck aims for a spot in the SHL after an impressive J20 season.
- • Linus Klasen prepares for his seventh SHL season post-injury.
- • Both players highlight the importance of player development within the team.
With their return to the SHL after clinching the hockeyallsvenska title against AIK, Djurgården is setting its sights on a promising season ahead. Rising star Viggo Björck, just 17, has expressed his determination to secure a place in the senior team following an impressive J20 season, where he racked up 89 points in 51 games. Björck acknowledges the challenges of competing for a spot but remains optimistic about his development amid a highly competitive environment.
Alongside him is veteran player Linus Klasen, gearing up for his seventh SHL season after recovering from a lower body injury. Klasen, who has a rich history in the league and has played in Switzerland, stresses the importance of nurturing young talent like Björck as they transition to the higher levels of competition. He appreciates Björck's skills and emphasizes that every player must evolve at their own pace.
As the season approaches, both players are focused on teamwork and preparation, aiming to harness their experiences to guide Djurgården in their SHL journey.