Ht/Wt: 6' 4"/200 lbs
Position: LHD
Team: HV71

Malte Gustafsson's Player Profile

Corey Pronman - The Athletic - December 10th: "Gustafsson is a large defenseman who is quite mobile for his frame, competes defensively, and has solid puck skill. He's not a natural puck-mover, but he projects to make a first pass and have secondary NHL offense while being a quality stopper."

Tony Ferrari - The Hockey News - December 8th: "Gustafsson is a big, mobile, skilled defender who uses his physical tools at both ends of the ice. In his own end, he shows signs of playing a stingy, physical brand of defense. He struggles at times in the SHL as his strength isn't quite up to the level of pro players."

Jason Bukala - Sportsnet - December 1st: "Gustafsson is a big, rangy defenceman who has the pace, vision and puck skill to lead the rush and make plays in the offensive zone. His defensive detail ranges at times, but he’s working to use his length as more of an asset when killing plays in his zone."

Steven Ellis - Daily Faceoff - November 19th: "Gustafsson plays a smart two-way game and has shown flashes of offensive brilliance. He’s huge at 6-foot-4 and does an excellent job of getting in the way of just about everyone. He likes to hit, and while that does get him in trouble at times, I like how he defends."

Sam Cosentino - Sportsnet - November 19th: "Is a nice skater who can cut the net to initiate the breakout or remain strong on his skates in a stationary role protecting the net-front. He will often make the right decision, but isn’t always quick to execute his plan, adding unnecessary risk to his game."

Smaht Schouting - November 9th: "Gustafsson’s combination of size, height, mobility, and defensive awareness makes him one of the most intriguing defenseman out of this class. What stands out most for me is his ability to defend with his stick with reach and timing, a skill that needs to be highly developed in the NHL where young defensemen often try to steal the puck and get beaten easily and it’s probably the main reason why I’m aware that I value it above other public lists or current public opinion."

Scott Wheeler - The Athletic - Nov. 5th: "Gustafsson is a big, strong, sturdy defender who plays a physical, competitive brand and moves well for his size. He projects as a solid two-way NHL D, and his profile is the coveted one in the NHL these days."

Malte Gustafsson's Stats

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