Jonathan Pudas

Jonathan Pudas (born 26 April 1993) is a Swedish professional ice hockey player. He is currently playing with Skellefteå AIK of the Swedish Hockey League (SHL).

Early life Pudas was born in Kiruna, Sweden, to Finnish-speaking parents from Pajala Municipality. Pudas himself does not speak Finnish.

Playing career Pudas made his Swedish Hockey League debut playing with Brynäs IF during the 2015–16 SHL season.

After three seasons with Skellefteå AIK, posting a career best 13 goals and 36 points in 52 games during the 2019–20 season, Pudas left the SHL as a free agent and signed a two-year contract with Finnish club, Jokerit of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), on 12 May 2020.

Pudas appeared with Jokerit in the 2020–21 season, collecting 2 goals and 10 points through 41 regular season games. After an early post-season exit, he returned to previous club, Skellefteå AIK of the SHL, on a three-year contract on 18 March 2021.

Career statistics Bold indicates led league

Regular season and playoffs

International Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM 2021 Sweden WC 9th 7 1 0 1 0 2022 Sweden OG 4th 6 0 5 5 2 2022 Sweden WC 6th 4 0 1 1 0 2023 Sweden WC 6th 8 0 2 2 0Senior totals 25 1 8 9 2

Awards and honours Award Year SHL Le Mat Trophy 2024 Salming Trophy2023-24