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Erik Gustafsson

Defenseman · Detroit Red Wings

2012 Draft, Rd 4 Pick 2 (#93) — Edmonton Oilers

Next Game

Sat, Apr 11 · 5:00 PM ET vs Devils

FanDuel Sports Detroit, MSG SportsNet

Age 346'0"190 lbsShoots LeftNynashamn, SWE

Current Season

GP

2

Goals

0

Assists

0

Points

0

+/-

-2

S%

0.0%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Jan 31vs COL000-1120:06
Nov 26vs NSH000-1217:23

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$2.00M

Total Value

$4.00M

Expires

2 yrs · 2025-2026

Status

Then UFA

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

News
Wild's Plan for Viking Gustafsson Nyberg Revealed

The Wild ink Gustafsson Nyberg and immediately unveil their roadmap for the Viking defender, blending Euro toughness with Xcel Energy Center grit. Bill Guerin's crew sees big things in this signing, positioning him as more than roster filler amid a tight blue-line battle. As Minnesota pushes late-season buttons, his role could shift the depth chart fast.

Detroit Red Wings
Draft & Prospects
Wild Ink College Free Agent Gustafsson Nyberg

The Wild snag college free agent Viking Gustafsson Nyberg, adding size and skill to their prospect pool. This signing screams smart scouting in a market where every depth piece matters for playoff pushes. Minnesota's front office moves fast on undrafted gems, betting Nyberg cracks the roster sooner than expected.

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Free Agency
Wild Nab Viking Star Gustafsson Nyberg on 2-Year Deal

The Wild waste no time bolstering their lineup by signing Swedish Viking Gustafsson Nyberg to a two-year contract, and he's suiting up today. Front offices have whispered about his SHL dominance for months, the kind of plug-and-play winger that fits Bill Guerin's rebuild blueprint perfectly. With Minnesota jockeying for playoff positioning, Nyberg steps into a roster hungry for secondary scoring punch.

Detroit Red Wings
News
Wild Ink Viking Gustafsson Nyberg to ATO

Minnesota locks in defenseman Viking Gustafsson Nyberg on an amateur tryout, injecting fresh legs into the blue line. Coaches see his size and shot translating fast to pro rinks amid injury crunches. This signing hints at deeper scouting ties to Sweden as the Wild gear up for postseason battles.

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Draft & Prospects
Jets' 2026-27 Lineup: Bouncing Back Blueprint

The Winnipeg Jets gear up for a redemption arc with projections painting a top-six forward core anchored by Kyle Connor, Mark Scheifele and Gabe Vilardi, the trio that lit up 107 goals last season. Coaches tinker with bottom lines featuring Tanner Pearson's Cup-winning grit alongside David Gustafsson and Cole Koepke, while AHL call-ups lurk ready to crash the party. Front offices whisper about re-signings and prospect jumps that could redefine their bounce-back bid in a loaded Central Division.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Erik Gustafsson's stats this season?
Erik Gustafsson has 0 goals and 0 assists for 0 points in 2 games this season.
What team does Erik Gustafsson play for?
Erik Gustafsson is a defenseman for the Detroit Red Wings.
What is Erik Gustafsson's contract?
Erik Gustafsson has a cap hit of $2.00M with 0 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Erik Gustafsson drafted?
Erik Gustafsson was drafted in the 2012 NHL Draft by the Edmonton Oilers in Round 4, Pick 2 (93 overall).
Where is Erik Gustafsson from?
Erik Gustafsson is 34 years old and was born in Nynashamn, SWE.