Swedish prospect Ludvig Jansson signs with Florida Panthers to start NHL career

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 7, 2025, 06:19 IST

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The Florida Panthers have signed Swedish defenseman Ludvig Jansson to a three-year entry-level contract starting in 2025. Jansson, a 2022 draft pick, impressed with Luleå HF in the SHL and represented Sweden in the World Junior Championship. Panthers General Manager Bill Zito praised Jansson's skating and hockey sense, anticipating his future contribution to the team's defense.

Swedish prospect Ludvig Jansson signs with Florida Panthers to start NHL career (Image Source: Getty Images)

Something fresh is in store for the Florida Panthers next season. The team just signed a young defenseman who has been competing internationally. Even though most of the fans have not heard too much about him yet, the Panthers clearly see something special in this young player. His name is Ludvig Jansson, and he is officially with the team now on a new contract starting in 2025.

Ludvig Jansson will begin North American career following time spent playing in Sweden

On May 6, 2025, the Florida Panthers signed 21-year-old Ludvig Jansson to a three-year, entry-level NHL deal. The contract is through the 2025-26 season. Ludvig Jansson was picked by the Panthers during the 2022 NHL Entry Draft as a fourth-round (125th overall) pick.

Although he still works on improving his game and gaining experience skating with Sweden, Jansson suited up for SHL's Luleå HF for 50 regular season games last year and recorded three assists and a single goal.

He also found himself on the playoff series of Luleå, which saw them win the SHL, with 17 playoff games played and two assists for Jansson. He had a beast of a year, and Luleå had a beast of a year, and it should be enjoyable for him in the future.Panthers General Manager Bill Zito made a remark about the signing, stating Ludvig Jansson is "a smart, smooth-skating defenseman" who stood out to the team with the progress he's made in Sweden. The Panthers believe he will make a valuable contributor to their defense down the road.

Ludvig Jansson expected playing in AHL before NHL debut

Before he joins the Panthers on the NHL roster, Ludvig Jansson will probably start his North American career with the Charlotte Checkers, the Panthers' AHL affiliate. Competing in the American Hockey League will give him time to adjust to the game in North America, which is more physical and faster than it is in Europe.Ludvig Jansson also has global exposure. He played for Sweden in the IIHF World Junior Championship of 2022 and 2023. He created a record with four goals and ten points in the competition in 2023. He was named to the All-Star Team for the year based on his decent performance.This signing proves that the Florida Panthers are looking forward to it. With signings like Ludvig Jansson entering the system, the team is adding fresh blood and investing in future seasons.Also Read: Florida Panthers Look For Turnaround Victory Against Tampa Bay Lightning In Pivotal Game 4 Matchup

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