Elias Fredrik Pettersson
Date of Birth: November 12, 1998
Birthplace: Sundsvall, Sweden
Position: Center
Shoots: Left
NHL Debut: 2018
Draft Information: Drafted by the Vancouver Canucks, 5th overall in the 1st round of the 2017 NHL Draft.
Playing Style: Elias Pettersson is renowned for his playmaking abilities, vision, and hockey IQ. He excels in driving the play forward and is particularly effective on the power play, serving as both a shooter and a passer. While his offensive skills are elite, adding muscle mass has been a focus to enhance his durability and puck protection.
✔️ Some of Elias's past sticks: Bauer Twitch, Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2
✔️ Some of Elias's past skates: Bauer Vapor Hyperlite, Hyperlite 2
Career Highlights and Achievements
🏆 Calder Memorial Trophy: 2019 (NHL Rookie of the Year)
🏆 All-Star Appearances: Multiple selections (2019, 2020, 2023)
🏆 Contract Extension: Signed an eight-year, $92.8 million extension with the Vancouver Canucks in March 2024
🏆 Major Awards and Recognitions:
- Calder Memorial Trophy (2018–2019) as the NHL’s Rookie of the Year
- Consistent top performer for the Vancouver Canucks, leading the team in various offensive categories
🏆 Milestones:
- Achieved a career-high 102 points in the 2022–2023 season
- Recorded 398 points in 387 career games as of March 2024
- Led the NHL with nine game-winning goals in the 2023–2024 season
