Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Elmer Söderblom

Discover the career path of Elmer Söderblom, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Elmer Söderblom is a Swedish professional ice hockey player. A left winger, he currently plays for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was originally drafted 159th overall by the Detroit Red Wings in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2019: Led Frölunda HC J20 in scoring

During the 2019-20 season, Elmer Söderblom led Frölunda HC J20 in scoring with 55 points and 29 goals in 36 games.

2019: Drafted by the Detroit Red Wings

In 2019, Elmer Söderblom was drafted 159th overall by the Detroit Red Wings in the NHL entry draft.

2020: Played for Frölunda HC

During the 2020-21 season, Elmer Söderblom recorded three goals and two assists in 28 games for Frölunda HC of the SHL.

2021: Represented Sweden at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships

In 2021, Elmer Söderblom represented Sweden at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships.

June 2022: Signed with the Detroit Red Wings

On June 9, 2022, Elmer Söderblom was signed by the Detroit Red Wings to a three-year, entry-level contract.

October 2022: Scored first NHL goal

On October 14, 2022, Elmer Söderblom scored his first career NHL goal against Jake Allen of the Montreal Canadiens in his NHL debut, which was the game-winner.

2023: Played first full season with Grand Rapids Griffins

During the 2023–24 season, Elmer Söderblom played his first full season with the Grand Rapids Griffins, recording 13 goals and 16 assists in 61 regular season games.

2024: Career highs

In 2024 Elmer Söderblom set career highs in games played (61), goals (13), assists (16), points (29), power play goals (3), game-winning goals (3), and shots (114) for the Grand Rapids Griffins, and scored one goal and one assist in seven games during the 2024 Calder Cup playoffs.

January 2025: Recalled by the Red Wings

On January 21, 2025, Elmer Söderblom was recalled by the Red Wings, having recorded five goals and 12 assists in 38 games for the Griffins before being recalled.

July 2025: Signed contract extension

On July 2, 2025, Elmer Söderblom signed a two-year contract extension with the Red Wings.

March 2026: Traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins

On March 6, 2026, Elmer Söderblom was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for a 2026 third-round pick. Ten days later, he scored his first goal as a Penguin and had his first multi-point game.