Simon Johansson

Simon Johansson (born 14 June 1999) is a Swedish professional ice hockey defenceman who currently plays for Ilves in the Finnish Liiga. He was selected in the fifth round, 148th overall, by the Minnesota Wild in the 2018 NHL entry draft.

Playing career Johansson made his SHL debut playing for Djurgårdens IF during the 2017–18 season, playing eight games and scoring one goal. Following four professional seasons within Djurgårdens IF, Johansson left Swedish and signed with Finnish Liiga side Ilves for the 2021–22 Liiga season.

Johansson enjoyed a breakout season with Ilves, recording 32 points in 58 games from the blueline resulting in becoming the youngest defensemen in Ilves history to score 32 points in a season.

On 28 April 2022, Johansson was signed by his NHL draft club, the Minnesota Wild, agreeing to a two-year, entry-level contract to begin in the season.

On September 17, 2024, Johansson signed a two-year contract to return to play for Ilves in the Finnish Liiga.

Personal life Johansson in the son of manager and retired ice hockey player Thomas Johansson and brother of professional ice hockey player Anton Johansson.

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