VGK Select David Edstrom in the First Round of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft

VEGAS (June 28, 2023) - The Vegas Golden Knights have selected David Edstrom 32nd overall in the first round of 2023 NHL Entry Draft.

Edstrom, a forward from Göteborg, Sweden, played with Frölunda HC Nationell teams during the 2021-22 and 2022-23 seasons. Appearing in a combined 31 contests this year, the 18-year-old posted 35 points (17G, 18A). The forward helped Sweden earn a silver medal at the 2022-23 U-18 World Junior Championship, appearing in all seven games, Edstrom recorded eight points and finished second in goals for his team with five. Competing in the 2022-23 Hlinka Gretzky Cup with team Sweden, the forward earned a silver medal and finished tied for fourth in scoring with four points (1G, 3A) in five contests. All coverage of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft is presented by the D Las Vegas.

David Edstrom, Forward
Birthplace: Götenborg, SWE
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 187 lbs.
Age: 18
Shoots: Left
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