Position: Defenseman
Born: 1983
Height: 6-4
Weight: 220
Fernholm is the highest ranked Swedish prospect for the 2002 NHL Entry Draft. NHL scouts have been taking notice of his game for quite some time. This big defenseman first received attention during the 99-00 season playing with Mora of the Swedish junior league.
A huge defenseman with impressive overall skills, Fernholm is surprisingly mobile for his size and he can play well at both ends. He will need to play even tougher, considering his physical advantage. All in all, Daniel doesn't have many weaknesses to his game, but his development would greatly emphasize on slightly polishing all the aspects of his game. Fernholm needs to play a more determined style around his own goalie and along the boards, as well as further develop his shot and passing game.
HF Projection: Defensive Defenseman