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Erik Karlsson

Defenseman · Pittsburgh Penguins

2008 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 15 (#15) — Ottawa Senators

Next Game

Sat, Apr 4 · 5:00 PM ET vs Panthers

SN-PIT, Scripps Sports

Age 356'0"185 lbsShoots RightLandsbro, SWE

Current Season

GP

71

Goals

13

Assists

47

Points

60

+/-

+8

S%

7.6%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Apr 2@ TBL000-4323:48
Mar 31vs DET000+1422:48
Mar 30@ NYI000+1219:41
Mar 28vs DAL123-1124:47
Mar 26@ OTT123+1826:08

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$11.50M

Total Value

$92.00M

Expires

8 yrs · 2026-2027

Status

Then UFA

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

Game Recap
Devils' Attack Shines in Slump

New Jersey's offensive explosion offers hope through a bumpy season, with March's three stars stealing the spotlight. The Devils grind despite the rocky road, leaning on scoring surges that echo their potential. This silver lining tests if they flip the script before it's too late.

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Playoffs
Karlsson Lifts Pens Playoff Hunt

Erik Karlsson's hot streak steers the Penguins' playoff charge, but penalty kill and goaltending woes linger as the postseason nears. Pittsburgh's vets know these flaws kill dreams, yet EK65 plays savior. The stakes skyrocket with every shift in this do-or-die push.

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News
Kucherov, Karlsson, Zacha Take March's Three Stars

Nikita Kucherov lights up the scoresheet again, proving why Tampa's engine never stalls even in a grind of a month. Erik Karlsson keeps racking up points from the blue line like it's his personal highlight reel, while Jakub Zacha emerges as Boston's quiet force amid their push. These picks from the NHL spotlight the guys owning March, and front offices are already whispering about what it means for playoff positioning.

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News
Karlsson Nets Penguins' March No. 2 Star

Erik Karlsson powers Pittsburgh to March's Second Star honors, proving the ageless D-man still runs the blue line like it's his personal highway. Penguins lean on his puck-moving magic amid a tight wildcard scrum. This nod underscores why GMs still dream of trading for his brand of elite.

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Game Recap
Penguins Brass Furious at NHL Officiating

The Pittsburgh Penguins front office fumes over a string of controversial calls that have them raging against the NHL's inconsistent officiating. Erik Karlsson vents frustration after the latest loss to Dallas, where refs disrupted the game's flow, but he stops short of finger-pointing and demands locker room accountability.

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Game Recap
Karlsson Penguins' Rock in Injury Storm

Erik Karlsson anchors the Penguins' blue line as injuries ravage the roster and leave the lineup scrambling for stability. He flips the switch with back-to-back two-goal games and ten points in four outings, dictating pace like the old Ottawa wizard who terrorized the league. GM Kyle Dubas shuts down trade whispers, adamant that Karlsson stays central to retooling around youth and extending the window.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Erik Karlsson's stats this season?
Erik Karlsson has 13 goals and 47 assists for 60 points in 71 games this season.
What team does Erik Karlsson play for?
Erik Karlsson is a defenseman for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
What is Erik Karlsson's contract?
Erik Karlsson has a cap hit of $11.50M with 1 year remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Erik Karlsson drafted?
Erik Karlsson was drafted in the 2008 NHL Draft by the Ottawa Senators in Round 1, Pick 15 (15 overall).
Where is Erik Karlsson from?
Erik Karlsson is 35 years old and was born in Landsbro, SWE.