Nicklas Lasu

Nicklas Tyrone Lasu (born 16 September 1989) is a Swedish professional ice hockey player who is a forward for Frölunda HC in Swedish Hockey League (SHL). He formerly played with Oulun Kärpät in the Liiga.

Playing career Lasu was selected by the Atlanta Thrashers in the fifth round of the 2008 NHL entry draft, and was part of the Swedish team at the 2009 World Junior Championship in Ottawa, Canada.

A player known to lead by example, he is regarded by his skills in blocking shots and by the fact he plays all three forward positions.

After two successful seasons with Kärpät, Lasu left after the 2018–19 campaign, opting to return home to Sweden signing a four-year contract with original club, Frölunda HC, on 10 May 2019.

Personal life Lasu is a cousin of former Frölunda HC player Magnus Kahnberg. His father is Tyrone Lasu.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

International Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM 2009 Sweden WJC 6 2 0 2 2Junior totals 6 2 0 2 2

Awards and honors Award Year RefSHL Le Mat Trophy champion 2016 CHL Champions 2016, 2017 Liiga Kanada-malja champion 2018 Matti Keinonen trophy 2019