Filip Forsberg
15 Interesting Facts
Filip Forsberg is a star Swedish winger and the Nashville Predators' all-time leading goal scorer.
He was selected 11th overall in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft by the Washington Capitals before being traded to Nashville prior to making his NHL debut.
He became the first player in his franchise's history to score a goal in an NHL All-Star Game during the 2015 event.
He set a franchise record by becoming the first player in team history to record 30 or more goals in consecutive seasons.
He scored a famous lacrosse-style 'Michigan' goal in January 2020, becoming only the second player in NHL history to pull off the move.
He became the franchise's all-time leading goal scorer in March 2022 when he surpassed David Legwand's previous mark.
He recorded his first career NHL playoff hat-trick during the 2015 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Chicago Blackhawks.
He was traded to his long-time NHL club in April 2013 in exchange for veteran forward Martin Erat and prospect Michael Latta.
He was named the Most Valuable Player of the 2014 World Junior Ice Hockey Championship after capturing a silver medal with Team Sweden.
He was part of a dynamic top forward line alongside Ryan Johansen and Viktor Arvidsson, affectionately nicknamed the 'JoFA line.'
He won a gold medal representing Sweden at the 2018 IIHF World Championship in Denmark.
He married country music singer Erin Alvey in July 2022 at her family's castle in France.
He co-owns Major League Soccer club Nashville SC alongside other notable professional athletes.
In February 2016, he recorded two natural hat-tricks just two days apart against Toronto and St. Louis.
He co-owns a female Italian racehorse named Trilly of Nando alongside fellow Swedish hockey player Jacob de la Rose.
Upon making his NHL debut at 18 years and 244 days, he became the third-youngest player in franchise history to suit up for the team.
About Filip Forsberg
Selected 11th overall in the 2012 NHL Draft, this Swedish sniper was acquired by Nashville early in his career and grew into a franchise star. Known for his dynamic offensive play and wrist shot, he holds the Predators franchise record for all-time career goals as well as single-season goals.
Career Achievements & Milestones
World Junior Championship MVP
2014
NHL All-Rookie Team
2014-15
IIHF World Championship Gold Medal
2018
NHL Second All-Star Team
2023-24
Player Information & Stats
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Teams & Career
Filip Forsberg plays for 3 different teams during his 14 seasons career. He was originally drafted 1st overall by the Washington Capitals in 2012.