Victor Eklund, the 16th overall pick by the New York Islanders, will not attend rookie or training camp this fall, opting to return to Sweden to play for Djugardens in the SHL for the 2025-26 season. This decision, supported by the Islanders, allows Eklund to avoid missing games that could jeopardize his roster position, as he signed an entry-level contract on July 14.
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