Loui Eriksson

Swedish ice hockey left winger

Loui Eriksson - Swedish ice hockey left winger
Born

July 17th, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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Born in 1985, Eriksson began a professional career in ice hockey with the Dallas Stars after being drafted in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft. He played for the Stars from 2006 to 2013, contributing significantly to the team's performance. A standout season came in 2011 when he achieved a career-high in goals. After his tenure in Dallas, Eriksson joined the Boston Bruins, where he was part of a team that reached the Stanley Cup Finals in 2013. He later played for the Vancouver Canucks and the Arizona Coyotes, showcasing consistent offensive skills. Internationally, Eriksson represented Sweden in several tournaments, including the IIHF World Championships and the Winter Olympics.

Achieved a career-high 36 goals in the 2011-12 NHL season

Played in the Stanley Cup Finals with the Boston Bruins in 2013

Represented Sweden in the IIHF World Championships

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