Marcus Johansson set to return to Färjestad BK in Sweden
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 1:43 AM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Marcus Johansson, a 16-year NHL veteran, will sign with Färjestad BK in the SHL after a successful tenure in the NHL. Johansson, 35, played his last season with the Minnesota Wild, achieving 15 goals and 49 points. He opts to leave the NHL free agency, prioritizing stability for his family and returning to the club where he began his career. The decision comes following his impressive performance in Minnesota, where he could have continued playing but chose to return home instead.
- •Johansson has played over 1,000 NHL games.
- •He scored 15 goals in the last NHL season.
- •Johansson previously played for Färjestad from 2008 to 2010.
- •He prioritizes family stability over NHL free agency.
- •Minnesota Wild were reportedly interested in retaining him.
- 1:43 AMYahoo Sports — 16-Year NHL Veteran Marcus Johansson Reportedly Set To Sign In Sweden
"The 1,000-game veteran is bypassing NHL free agency to return home. Following a productive stint in Minnesota, the forward prioritizes family stability with a homecoming to Färjestad.
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