Anaheim Ducks Top 10 Prospects

3.) William Karlsson- (Drafted #53 overall 2011 draft ANA)

Karlsson is a bit of a dark horse in the Ducks prospect system. He was taken fairly high a few drafts ago but has continued to play in the Swedish elite leagues. Because most people don’t follow hockey that occurs in Sweden he becomes a bit of an unknown. However this kid has produced and seems like he is almost ready to make the transition to the North American game.

Since being drafted Karlsson has played for two different teams in different leagues in Sweden and produced in them all. In 151 games played Karlsson posted a line of 31-79-110. Seeing the bulk of his points occur in the 13-14” season the Ducks felt it was time to bring him over and with his entry level deal signed the year before he was all set.

Karlsson reported to Norfolk where he registered 9 points in the 9 regular season games he played and added on another 3 points in 8 playoff games for the Admirals. Karlsson is listed as 6 feet, 176lbs which isn’t massive by NHL standards but he is fast and shifty which translates to what the NHL is becoming.

He along with Nic Kerdiles are probably the front runners to next make their NHL debuts. And if he gets a little bit stronger and utilizes his elusiveness and speed this could be a great addition to the Ducks especially if he can build some chemistry with other players and give the Ducks more firepower upfront