Jesper Samuelsson (born June 13, 1988) is a Swedish professional ice hockey player. He has played for several teams, including IF Sundsvall Hockey and Timrå IK.[2]

Jesper Samuelsson
Born (1988-06-13) June 13, 1988 (age 36)
Norrköping, Sweden[1]
Height 5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Weight 178 lb (81 kg; 12 st 10 lb)
Position Centre
Shoots Left
HA team HC Vita Hästen
NHL draft 211th overall, 2008
Detroit Red Wings
Playing career 2008–present

In the 2008 NHL Entry Draft, Samuelsson was selected by the Detroit Red Wings in the 7th round, 211th overall, which happened to be the last pick in the draft. While he was not offered a contract with the Detroit Red Wings, he continued his career in Sweden.

Samuelsson has had success in his home country, including winning the Swedish HockeyAllsvenskan championship with Timrå IK in the 2017-2018 season. [2]He has also represented Sweden in international competitions, playing for the national team in the 2012 World Junior[3] Ice Hockey Championships.[4]

Samuelsson continues to play in the Swedish HockeyAllsvenskan championship with HC Vita Hästen “C” even upto 2023. While drafted into the NHL, Samuelsson has not appeared in the league till date.

References

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  1. ^ "Jesper Samuelsson" (in Swedish). Eliteprospects.com. Retrieved October 1, 2008.
  2. ^ a b "Jesper Samuelsson Stats and News | NHL.com". www.nhl.com. Retrieved 2023-11-16.
  3. ^ "Jesper Samuelsson - Player Profile - Ice Hockey". Eurosport. Retrieved 2023-11-16.
  4. ^ "Jesper Samuelsson Stats and News". NHL.com. Retrieved 2023-02-24.
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