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Fantasy Summary

An offensive-minded defender who can run a powerplay in the future.


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June 2025 – The Vancouver Canucks did not sign Gabrielson to an entry-level contract as of June 1, 2025. He is an unrestricted free agent. Mark Henry

April 2025 – Gabrielson capped off his impressive season with Nybro with 26 points in 44 games. His smooth skating and ability to play in all situations were the catalysts for his strong season. Gabrielson will return to Sweden next season, so the Canucks will have to wait some more time for his arrival in North America. Nick Orr

January 2025 – Flying a bit under the radar in Vancouver’s system, Gabrielson has had a terrific season with Nybro in HockeyAllsvenskan. He’s played in 33 games and registered an impressive 20 points. Gabrielson also plays on Nybro’s power play, and 11 of his points have come with the man advantage. Despite his large size, Gabrielson moves well and has gotten disruptive in the defensive zone. He is featured in almost every situation and has become one of Nybro’s most reliable blueliners. The unfortunate part for Vancouver is that Gabrielson signed a two-year extension with Nybro in November, meaning they’ll have to wait to see him in North America if he even decides to come over. Nick Orr

December 2023 – It has been a good season so far for Gabrielson. The young defenseman has already produced more points than last season, with seven compared to six, despite playing 15 fewer games (20 games this season). To boost his chances of playing one day in the NHL, Gabrielson will have soon to come to North America so that the Canucks can see him play more. Cedrick Blais-Turcotte

May 2022 – Gabrielson, known for his offensive ability on the backend, struggled during his adjustment to the higher ranks. Following decent numbers at the J20 and HockeyEttan levels, respectively, the 19-year-old took the jump to the Allsvenskan league in 2022. He posted just three points over his 40-game campaign and struggled to find consistent minutes for Västerviks IK. Dealing with shoulder issues, reports indicate that he has undergone surgery and will be out for at least six months, missing the beginning of the 2022-23 campaign. When healthy, the hope is that he undertakes a larger role and can transition his game at this level, before taking his development further. Check back next season. Dave Hall

August 2021 – Gabrielson is an offensive-minded defender who brings an uncanny ability to run a power play and create opportunities. He thrives at putting himself in good positions and loves to shoot the puck when he has the chance. At 172 pounds, he will need to fill out his frame in order to get himself into the mix more often, especially at defensive end. Otherwise, brings top-four upside down the road. Look for him to make the jump to the Allsvenskan League, where he is slated to suit up for Vasterviks IK as a rookie defender. Dave Hall

Attributes
Fantasy Upside 4.0
NHL Certainty 3.0
Country SWE
Position D
Roster Type Europe
Shoot/Glove Left
Date of Birth October 24, 2002
Height 6‘1”
Weight 172 lbs
Drafted 2021 Round 6; Overall: 169
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Stats – Frozen Tools – Profile on FT

SeasonLeagueTeamGPGAPTSPIM+/-
2024-2025HockeyAllsvenskanNybro Vikings IF4452126384
2023-2024HockeyAllsvenskanVasterviks IK475101510-13
2022-2023HockeyAllsvenskanVasterviks IK350668-5
2021-2022SHLFrolunda HC100000
2021-2022HockeyAllsvenskanVasterviks IK4003361
2020-2021J20 NationellFrolunda HC J20174913264
2020-2021HockeyEttanHalmstad Hammers HC24347126
2019-2020J20 SuperElitFrolunda HC J201122469
2019-2020J18 ElitFrolunda HC J1819718251215
2019-2020J18 AllsvenskanFrolunda HC J181851520817
2018-2019J18 ElitFrolunda HC J182011516425
2018-2019J18 AllsvenskanFrolunda HC J18133582-2
2017-2018U16 SMFrolunda HC U16801100
2017-2018U16 ElitFrolunda HC U162551924100
2017-2018TV-PuckenGoteborg600000
2017-2018J18 Div.1Frolunda HC J18 218381180
2017-2018J18 AllsvenskanFrolunda HC J1820000-1
2016-2017U16 Div.2Hovas HC U16 2401100
2016-2017U16 Div.1Hovas HC U161971825120
2016-2017J20 Div.1Hovas HC J20100000
2016-2017J18 Div.2Hovas HC J18611200
2015-2016U16 Div.2Hovas HC U16822400

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