EDMONTON, AB - JANUARY 02: Lucas Raymond #18 and Albert Johansson #9 of Sweden celebrate a goal against Finland during the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship quarterfinals at Rogers Place on January 2, 2021 in Edmonton, Canada. (Photo by Codie McLachlan/Getty Images)
In 2020-21, Albert Johansson proved that he’s one of the best defensive prospects in the Detroit Red Wings pipeline. Let’s examine Johansson’s skillset, progression and when he projects to become a member of the Wings’ main roster–which could hopefully someday see a pairing with Moritz Seider.
2021 Statline
Farjestad (Swedish Hockey League)
Games Played: 44
Goals: 8
Assists: 11
Sweden U-20
Games Played: 5
Goals: 0
Assists: 3
Team Sweden
Games Played: 5
Goals: 1
Assists: 0
Measurables
Left Shot Defenseman
6-foot
168 Pounds
20-years-old
Scouting Report
Overshadowed by fellow Detroit defenseman prospect Moritz Seider, Johansson quietly had a fantastic year in the SHL with Farjestad.