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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

Trades & Rumors
Gustafsson Nyberg Ink Deals - 4/9

Gustafsson and Nyberg sign on the dotted line April 9, bolstering depth charts with prospects who know the pro grind. These entry-level pacts signal farm system health, where GMs stock cupboards for playoff runs. Training camps will test if they crack opening-night rosters amid cap crunches.

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Playoffs
Gustafsson, Nyberg Ink Deals

The whispers out of the front offices turned into signatures yesterday as Gustafsson and Nyberg put pen to paper on new contracts. Agents had been buzzing for weeks about these two fitting key roster holes, and GMs across the league know exactly what they bring to the table in a cap-crunch world. With the playoffs looming, these moves signal a team ready to push chips in rather than fold.

Detroit Red Wings
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.

Detroit Red Wings
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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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.