About to strap in for my first look at the Frolunda J20 team. Fabian Lysell and Simon Edvinsson are the big draws, but I'm excited to scope Liam Dower Nilsson and Hugo Gabrielsson too. Maybe Victor Mancini as well as a re-entry
Not only is Fabian Lysell skilled, he combines it with a great motor. Really pushes the pace, wins races to pucks and forces opposing defenders into making rushed decisions. Gets bumped around easily, but it doesn't seem to deter him going quickly into traffic to make a play
Since the 2021 NHL draft is wide open at the top I expect Simon Edvinsson to get a lot of discussion as a possible #1 pick

It's so rare to see defenders with enormous reach, smooth hands and fluid mobility. His range is unreal. He processes the play well, just needs experience
There's no doubt that Edvinsson plays up a lot and takes a lot of risks, but I don't mind it at all because he's *so good* at recovering. An enemy forward will get around him but just he'll pivot cleanly, take two steps, reach and then he'll knock the puck to safety. Like nothing
Liam Dower Nilsson isn't on the same level of fun as Lysell, but there's something there with him. He's quick and handles the puck well, but his vision and playmaking are what really stand out. Big-time threat when the puck hits his stick on the powerplay
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