Dahlin: ‘It’s a dream come true’

Tre Kronor WC started with three straight wins. Before meeting Finland tomorrow, you can now get some more reinforcements in the form of Dallas forward Jacob Peterson.

– There are a few things left before he joins, but I hope he does. There are a few things you need to do in terms of insurance, tests, etc., but hopefully he’s still here until tomorrow, national team captain Johan Garbenlov tells SVT.

“Means a lot”

The 22-year-old Peterson grew up in Lidköping and played with Swedish star defender Rasmus Dahlin during his younger years.

– It’s so much fun. We grew up together. He had a very good season in the NHL and playing with him in the national team is a dream come true. Dahlin says I’m looking forward to it.

How big is it with two guys from Lidköping at Three Kronor?

– It means a lot to the city and to us both. We have struggled so hard in our careers. We’re still young and actually being able to play together is absolutely crazy.

Jacob Peterson scored 17 points in the National Hockey League in his first season with the Dallas Stars.

More reinforcements are on the way

Besides Peterson, there could be more NHL reinforcements on the way. Boston goalkeeper Linus Olmark and Pittsburgh defender Marcus Peterson are also about to take their place on the team. According to Hockeynews.