Overview
- The Kings traded down from No. 17 to No. 19 and acquired the No. 83 third‑round pick from the Utah Mammoth before selecting Elton Hermansson on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
- Hermansson is an 18‑year‑old right‑shooting winger from Örnsköldsvik who listed at about 6‑1 and 181–183 pounds and played for MoDo in Sweden’s HockeyAllsvenskan.
- He produced 11 goals and 21 points in 38 HockeyAllsvenskan games and led the U18 World Championship with 12 points and eight assists en route to a gold medal and a best‑forward award.
- Scouts call him a creative, puck‑dominant playmaker with top‑six and power‑play upside but note inconsistent defensive engagement, limited off‑puck impact, and a need to add strength.
- The Kings plan to keep him in Sweden while his MoDo contract permits and will prioritize his transition to North American play as they monitor his physical and defensive development.