Team Sweden Adds Johansson and Lindholm to Olympic Roster for 2026

Minnesota Wild's Marcus Johansson and Boston Bruins' Hampus Lindholm join Sweden's hockey team for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:39pm

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the dynamic motion and overlapping perspectives of a Swedish ice hockey game, with sharp geometric shapes in vibrant blue, yellow, and red colors.The bold, geometric style of Picasso's cubist art captures the dynamic energy and multi-faceted action of the Swedish Olympic hockey team as they prepare for the 2026 Winter Games.Boston Today

Team Sweden has announced roster changes for the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina. Minnesota Wild forward Marcus Johansson and Boston Bruins defenseman Hampus Lindholm will be joining the team, replacing injured players Leo Carlsson of the Anaheim Ducks and Jonas Brodin of the Minnesota Wild.

Why it matters

Johansson and Lindholm bring valuable international experience and talent to the Swedish Olympic hockey team. Johansson is a veteran with previous Olympic and World Championship medals, while Lindholm will be making his Olympic debut after winning gold at the 2018 World Championship.

The details

Johansson, a seasoned veteran, previously won silver at the 2014 Sochi Olympics and has a collection of medals from various international championships. He is having a strong season with the Minnesota Wild, recording 34 points. Lindholm, on the other hand, has a gold medal from the 2018 World Championship and silver from the 2012 IIHF World Under-18 Championship. He has 16 points this season with the Boston Bruins.

  • The NHL Olympic break begins on February 6, 2026.
  • Team Sweden's first game is against host nation Italy on February 11, 2026.

The players

Marcus Johansson

A forward for the Minnesota Wild who has previous Olympic and World Championship experience, including a silver medal from the 2014 Sochi Olympics.

Hampus Lindholm

A defenseman for the Boston Bruins who will be making his Olympic debut after winning gold at the 2018 World Championship and silver at the 2012 IIHF World Under-18 Championship.

Leo Carlsson

An injured Anaheim Ducks player who was originally selected for the Swedish Olympic team but will miss 3-5 weeks due to a left thigh injury.

Jonas Brodin

An injured Minnesota Wild player who was originally selected for the Swedish Olympic team but has been dealing with a lower-body injury since early January and his status is week-to-week.

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What they’re saying

“I'm thrilled to hear the news. Johansson's performance last year at the World Championship was exceptional, and he's been a key player for us this season.”

— John Hynes, Wild coach

What’s next

The NHL Olympic break begins on February 6, 2026, and Team Sweden's first game is against host nation Italy on February 11, 2026.

The takeaway

The additions of veteran Marcus Johansson and rising star Hampus Lindholm to the Swedish Olympic hockey team could be crucial for their success at the 2026 Winter Games in Milano Cortina. Their international experience and talent will be valuable assets as Sweden aims to medal in the tournament.