72nd Overall - Anton Olsson

[LastWordArmy]

Defenceman Anton Olsson is the latest in a long line of talented Swedish defence prospects. Playing in the Malmo Redhawks system, he put up just four points playing 39 games in the SHL this season. He also got seven games in the J20 league, experiencing more offensive success. Olsson scored one goal and four points in seven games. He also represented Team Sweden at the IIHF Under-20 World Championships. Olsson put up three assists in seven tournament games. He helped the Swedish Team to a bronze medal. Olsson was also named as one of the top three players on the team by the Swedish coaches.

2021 NHL Draft #33: Anton Olsson Scouting Report

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[HughJazz3dg]

Steve Kournianous loves this guy^

 

[Scoresberg]

Trusting this organization when it comes to defensemen. Seems like a solid pick.

 

[NoNecksCurse]

there seems to be high praise for where this kids defensive game is already at. i like this pick if for nothing more than trading up and getting the guy you want.

 

[alexmanu]

When it gets past the 1st round it’s a crapshoot and worth trading to get the guys high on your board.

 

[Appleyard]

Scouting Report: Anton Olsson - Smaht Scouting

Good pick for me. Surprised he lasted past mid 2nd.

Seen a lot of him over last fee years... including in person. 1000 words or so on him here.

 

[herzausstein]

I like that we got a defensive dman when we are already filled with offensive dmen

 

[maplepred]

Solid pick! Can’t believe he was not taken in second round!

 

[Flgatorguy87]

Poile seems to be looking to hit the high likely NHLer types. Some of the upside isnt there for him if he's not a two way type, but if he turns into a shut down guy who can anchor one of these lines it makes too much sense.

 

[Scoresberg]

We might have another U20 representative..