MIKAEL
SAMUELSSON
RW
Ht/Wt
6’2’’,
218 lbs
Shoots
R
Experience
13
years
Debut
Jan 3, 2001
Born
Dec 23, 1976
(47 yrs)
Mariefred, Sweden
Drafted
Drafted by San Jose in 1998 (5/145).
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2015-03-26 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2014-07-29 |
Signed with the Djurgardens IF of the Swedish Hockey League.
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| 2014-04-26 |
Missed the last 24 regular season and first 5 playoff games (undisclosed).
|
| 2014-02-24 |
Undisclosed, injured reserve.
|
| 2014-02-10 |
Recalled from the Grand Rapids Griffins (AHL).
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | Stanley Cup Stanley Cup | 2007-08 (Detroit) |
| Olympic | Olympic Gold Medal Olympic Gold Medal | 2006 (Sweden) |
Scouting Report
Had a good shot, size and two-way ability. Played a solid game in all three zones. Understood the positioning aspects of the game of hockey. Could play the point on power plays. Was always a bit fragile for the NHL game. Did not always use his size to gain an advantage over his opponents. Could have played with a bit more grit and enthusiasm. Lacked playmaking ability.
Long Range Potential: Solid scoring winger, when healthy.
