‘It was hard uncertainty’

On Monday, Tre Kronor national team captain Johann Garbenlov announced the seventh team’s return to WC. Jonathan Bodas of Skellefteå, who had a backup during the restroom, was finally selected.

The announcement was a huge relief to the 29-year-old.

– You feel good. The uncertainty was difficult to sit on the sidelines or to come home. The family at home sacrificed so much to make this trip, so it was hard to come home after three weeks and not play anything. That way, Bodas says, it looks really good.

‘Back razor sharp’

Several Tre Kronor players SVT Sport spoke to during the tournament improved team cohesion. So is Jonathan Bodas.

We have a really good group. Either playing or on the sidelines. We kept the flame alive.

What about the back crew?

– It’s a sharp moose. Great fun to see the many good slopes up close. We are definitely at the top of the restroom in terms of a backup set.

Are you holding on to something?

– Yes, you obviously see good details in their game. Now we haven’t had time to train a lot together, but they’ve played really well so far so it’s fun to see them.

The benefit of NHL clubs

Pudas himself could become an NHL player next season. according to Volkbladet There is interest from three or four clubs in North America.

– It is a self-confidence booster that people love your game. WC is the biggest show you can be in and you want to show off and play the best hockey game. But to be honest, I’m not focusing on that right now. We’ll see what happens after the tournament. Now I just want to do my best here.

Sweden meets Great Britain on Tuesday evening and could claim its third straight victory.

CUT: The second consecutive World Cup victory for Sweden