Ht/Wt: 6' 0"/180 lbs
Position: C
Team: Farjestad (SWE)

Rasmus Asplund's Player Profile

Chris Peter of CBS Sports - June 20th, 2016 - "Though his numbers in Sweden's top pro division were underwhelming, his two-way ability and offensive skill set make him an intriguing prospect. "

The Draft Analyst - March 30, 2016 - "Asplund is quick and shifty, using his speed and turning ability to gain time and space. He has a good touch around the net, positioning his stick in the right place and takes a beating to complete a play. His SHL numbers might not show it, but he’s a very good scorer with a quick, accurate shot. Asplund is strong on the puck and can make plays across the ice or diagonally while traveling at a high rate of speed. His work ethic off the ice is excellent, and it shows — he’s a tenacious forechecker and competes every shift from start to finish. Asplund is far from physical, but his excellent work in the faceoff circle coupled with his smarts makes him a perfect fit for the NHL’s puck-possession game."

Ryan Kennedy of The Hockey News - January 26, 2016 - "One of Sweden’s better players at the world juniors, Asplund centered the second line with Alexander Nylander (2016) and Dmytro Timashov (Toronto) on his wings. That unit played more like the first line, leading the Tre Kronor in scoring with 21 points in seven games.

Coach Rikard Gronborg loved Asplund’s smarts and all-around game and despite being one of the youngest on the squad, Asplund almost made the team last year. The lessons from his late cut before Toronto were important."

Mike Morreale of NHL.com December 24, 2015 - "A smooth skater and excellent competitor, Asplund (5-11, 176) has three goals, five points, and a plus-3 rating while averaging 12:43 of ice time for Farjestad in the Swedish Hockey League. He is considered to be more of a finesse player than an aggressive performer; he has 26 shots on goal and 12 hits in 25 games."

Rasmus Asplund Videos

Rasmus Asplund | 2015-16 Highlights | Färjestad BK


Rasmus Asplund 2015-2016 SHL Highlights


The Draft Analyst: Rasmus Asplund Highlights



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