Andreas Engqvist (born December 23, 1987) is a Swedish professional ice hockey centre currently playing for the Atlant Mytishi of the KHL.
Playing career[edit]
Björn Ericsson, general manager of Järfälla HC, recommended Djurgården to have a look at Engqvist, mentioning that Engqvist reminded him of Mats Sundin.[1]
On July 13, 2009, Engqvist signed a three year contract with the Montreal Canadiens in the NHL. During the 2009-10 season he played on loan for Djurgårdens IF in the Swedish Elitserien. On January 21, 2011, he played his first NHL game with the Montreal Canadiens, a 7-1 away win against the Ottawa Senators. On June 17, 2012, Engvist signed a 1-year deal with Alanti Mytischi. Montreal Canadians retain his rights, and if he chooses, may return to the club next season.
International play[edit]
Engqvist has played six games for Sweden's national ice hockey team.
Awards and achievements[edit]
Nordic Trophy[edit]
- Player of tournament 2009
Career statistics[edit]
Regular season and playoffs[edit]
International[edit]
| Year |
Team |
Event |
GP |
G |
A |
Pts |
PIM |
| 2010 |
Sweden |
WC |
9 |
1 |
3 |
4 |
6 |
| Senior int'l totals |
9 |
1 |
3 |
4 |
6 |
References[edit]
External links[edit]
| Persondata |
| Name |
Engqvist, Andreas |
| Alternative names |
|
| Short description |
ice hockey player |
| Date of birth |
December 23, 1987 |
| Place of birth |
Stockholm, SWE |
| Date of death |
|
| Place of death |
|
Sweden
