- With the situation we are in, we need to send a signal to the team and the decision is not against Taylor Matson, who will continue to be part of the captain's group, says Tommy Samuelsson, coach in HV71.

Niklas Hjalmarsson made a comeback in HV71 at the end of November last year and has played 11 games with HV71.

- Niklas has now warmed up in his clothes and has shown great leadership qualities since he came in.

He is an example both in the gym, in the changing room and on the ice, says Tommy Samuelsson.

Taylor Matson will now instead become assistant team captain together with Andy Miele and André Petersson.

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Jonas Andersson pays tribute to Niklas Hjalmarsson.

Photo: TT Nyhetsbyrån/SVT