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Kenny JonssonFormer Swedish professional ice hockey player, defenseman
Date of Birth: 06.10.1974
Country:  Sweden |
Content:
- Niclas Jonasson
- Early Career and NHL Draft
- New York Islanders and Team Captaincy
- Return to Rögle and Retirement
- International Career
- Coaching and Awards
- - Two-time Olympic gold medalist
Niclas Jonasson
Niclas Jonasson is a former professional Swedish ice hockey defenseman who played for several teams throughout his career.
Early Career and NHL Draft
Jonasson began his career with his hometown club Rögle BK. He was drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 1993 NHL Entry Draft, and made his NHL debut with Toronto in January 1995.
New York Islanders and Team Captaincy
In March 1996, Jonasson was traded to the New York Islanders, where he played until 2004. He served as team captain from 1999 to 2001.
Return to Rögle and Retirement
After leaving the Islanders, Jonasson returned to Rögle and played for another five seasons. He announced his retirement on June 20, 2009.
International Career
Jonasson represented Sweden in three Olympic Games, winning two gold medals (1994, 2006) and seven World Championships. He was captain of the Swedish national team from 2006 to 2009.
Coaching and Awards
After retiring, Jonasson served as an assistant coach for Rögle from 2010 to 2013.
Over his career, Jonasson accumulated numerous awards and achievements, including:
- Two-time Olympic gold medalist
- World champion (2006)- Three-time Olympic medalist
- Best defenseman at the 2006 Olympic hockey tournament
- Named to the World Championship All-Star Team (2009)
- NHL All-Rookie Team (1995)
- Golden Puck Award (Swedish Player of the Year, 2006)
- Swedish Rookie of the Year (1993)
- Two-time silver medalist at the World Junior Championships
- Silver medalist at the European Junior Championships (1992)
