I’m sure before the season started, the majority of you didn’t even know who Filip Larsson. Larsson has quickly garnered the attention of many, with his jaw dropping start to the year with the Tri-City Storm of the USHL. 18 games into the season, he has a .946 S%, 1.45 GAA, 5 shutouts, and 15 wins (which all lead the USHL).

Larsson came over to North America this season, with the intent of going to school next season. “It’s a long way to come to the NHL for me.” Larsson said “I’m taking the USHL year first and after that maybe think of going to college” His hard work has paid off, as he will become a Pioneer next season, committing to the University of Denver.

He will be joining a great a program in Denver, as they won the NCAA Championship last year, and are currently ranked 2nd in D1 Men’s College Ice Hockey. A notable goaltender that Denver has produced in recent memory is Wade Dubielewicz, who put together a decent career in the NHL. That’s probably the best netminder to come out of Denver in a while, for what it’s worth.

The timing of this couldn’t be better, as Larsson will be battling for the number 1 goaltender position for Sweden’s World Junior roster. This could boost his confidence tremendously and help him beat out Filip Gustavsson for the starting role for Sweden.