William Hakansson
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William Hakansson: NHL Draft's Shutdown Defender
- Published
- May 24, 2026
- Duration
- 1:48
- Summary source
- description
- Last updated
- Jun 7, 2026
Discusses hockey.
Summary
William Hakansson, a Swedish defenseman, is gaining attention as a potential first-round NHL Draft pick. Standing at six-foot-four and two-hundred-seven pounds, hes known for his shutdown capabilities and physical presence on the ice. Hakansson has been climbing the ranks in Sweden, playing for Lulea HF and making appearances in the Swedish Hockey League.…
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William Hakansson, a Swedish defenseman, is gaining attention as a potential first-round NHL Draft pick. Standing at six-foot-four and two-hundred-seven pounds, hes known for his shutdown capabilities and physical presence on the ice. Hakansson has been climbing the ranks in Sweden, playing for Lulea HF and making appearances in the Swedish Hockey League. He was also part of the Swedish team that won the gold medal at the World Juniors. Scouts praise his mobility, defensive skills, and ability t
Themes
- hockey