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Marcus Johansson Returns to Sweden, Signs One-Year Deal with Färjestad

The 35-year-old's move removes him from the NHL free-agent market, signaling a likely wind-down of his 16-year North American career.

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Apr 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Johansson (90) skates with the puck during the game between the Stars and the Wild in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Färjestad BK announced on Friday that Johansson has signed a one-year contract for the 2026-27 SHL season, a move reported by multiple outlets.
  • Johansson is a pending unrestricted free agent who will pause his NHL career after 1,058 regular-season games and 566 points (200 goals, 366 assists).
  • He produced 49 points (15 goals, 34 assists) in 75 games for the Minnesota Wild in 2025-26 and added four playoff goals in the team's second-round exit.
  • Johansson also represented Sweden at the 2026 Winter Olympics, appearing in two games before agreeing to return to his original Swedish club.
  • The signing removes a veteran depth scorer from Minnesota's offseason plans and follows a common pattern of long-time NHL players returning to Europe late in their careers.