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Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Gustav Lindstrom leaves the Canadiens as he signs a five-year deal in Sweden in a shocking career turn
Look on Laval Rocket defenceman Gustav Lindstrom (5) during game (Credit: Getty Image) Gustav Lindstrom's decision to sign a five-year contract with Djurgården in Sweden, has raised eyebrows across the NHL community. As the 26-year-old defenseman, once viewed as a key depth piece for the Montreal Canadiens, is now leaving North America behind. After struggling to secure a long-term role in the league. Lindstrom spent the rest of the season in the AHL with Laval, where he played 42 games and notched 11 points. While still in his mid-20s, Lindstrom's move overseas is being seen as both surprising and calculated. With over 170 NHL games under his belt but only five goals and modest point totals, he may have reached a ceiling in North America. Recent AHL stint hinted at possible shift Lindstrom's full season in Laval during 2024 was a turning point, although he contributed offensively at times. Now his overall impact did not stand out among the Canadiens' defensive prospects, and players like Hutson and others continued to emerge, leaving fewer opportunities for Lindstrom to return to the NHL roster. His AHL numbers showed some consistency, but nothing that strongly pointed toward a breakout or comeback at the top level. Many within the organization reportedly still saw potential in Lindstrom, but the writing may have been on the wall. Without a defined NHL role and with younger players pushing forward, Lindstrom made the choice to secure his professional future elsewhere. Gustav Lindström quitte le match après avoir été victime d'un VIOLENT coup de Riley Bezeau! 😱 Five-year Djurgården deal may signal long-term shift The length of Lindstrom's deal with Djurgården is the most surprising element. Five years is a serious commitment, and few players in his position make such a move unless they are ready to pivot fully away from NHL aspirations. Read more: Florida Man energy meets Canadian pride as Stanley Cup final becomes a battleground beyond the rink While not a retirement from NHL consideration, this move closes the chapter on his Canadiens journey. It marks a new era for the former Detroit Red Wings pick, who now has a chance to reignite his game on his terms. The spotlight may be off for now, but Lindstrom's story is far from over.
USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Which player has dominated the Bucs the most in recent history?
Which player has dominated the Bucs the most in recent history? No other team in recent history has caused more issues for the Bucs than the Falcons have, despite their recent run of NFC South dominance. Just last year, the Bucs won the division for a fourth straight time, but they needed some help from other teams in the league after getting swept by Atlanta during the regular season. One of the big reasons they had so much success against the Bucs was in part to their rushing attack and the time they gave their quarterbacks to pick apart the Bucs secondary. One of the key players of the Falcons offensive line is guard Chris Lindstrom. He is someone that PFF identified in a recent article as being the biggest achilles heel for the Bucs in recent history. They write, "Lindstrom has played terrifically against Tampa Bay throughout his career. He has recorded at least an 80.0 PFF overall grade in seven of their 10 most recent meetings. As is customary, Lindstrom has dominated the Buccaneers on the ground with a 91.4 PFF run-blocking grade. Still just 28 years old, he isn't going anywhere anytime soon, so Tampa Bay will have to figure out a way to beat him." Lindstrom is among the best guards in the NFL. It is unfortunate the Bucs have to play him twice a year, but it is a must-see TV event when they do. Lindtsrom going head-to-head with the likes of Vita Vea and Calijah Kancey is the equivalent of a heavyweight title fight on Sunday. They will play two more times this year, of course, so they have more chances to prove they can learn how to beat him.
New York Times
4 days ago
- Health
- New York Times
Blue Jackets prospect Cayden Lindstrom looks forward to ‘long career,' with his next stop at Michigan State
Cayden Lindstrom was flying home to Vancouver on Wednesday, ready to enjoy a full offseason of conditioning and buoyed by the knowledge that the worst of his medical issues — fingers crossed, knock on wood, etc. — were finally behind him. His surgically repaired back has healed and is continuing to strengthen. That much was proven by Lindstrom's late-season return to action with the Western Hockey League's Medicine Hat Tigers, first in the WHL championship series and then in the Memorial Cup, where Medicine Hat lost in the championship game. Advertisement Lindstrom, the Columbus Blue Jackets' No. 4 overall pick last summer, will need to pay attention to a summer workout program designed to avoid putting too much stress on his back. But he is cleared to return to the routine of being a full-time hockey player. 'Playing those games really helped me (determine) where I'm at physically and mentally,' Lindstrom told The Athletic on Wednesday. 'Now I know what I need to work on during the summer. Now I know I can play games and push myself through some of the effects and it won't harm me in any way. '(My back) is a lot better. It's still going to take some time to fully feel (like) myself again. That's what it's like when you miss a full year of hockey. But the rest of it (the herniated disc in his lower back) is behind me.' This is, quite obviously, a huge sigh of relief for the Blue Jackets, who expected Lindstrom to miss the entire season after he had surgery in late November. Medicine Hat's long postseason run and Lindstrom's patient relentlessness in rehabilitation, made it possible. 'We were all watching nervously, of course,' Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell said, referring to the club's hockey operations staffers. 'It was important for him to play for multiple reasons. But psychologically, after being out so long and putting in all that work, he could get back into a game and find out he can play without having any issues going forward. That's big for him.' Lindstrom is now able to make plans for the future. On Wednesday, he confirmed The Athletic's report in April that he has committed to attend Michigan State University in the fall, making the leap from Medicine Hat — and the Canadian junior ranks — to the NCAA, a move that was forbidden by NCAA rules until recently. The Blue Jackets have known this was a consideration since they drafted him, which explains why they didn't rush to sign Lindstrom to his three-year, entry-level contract. If he had signed a pro contract, he would have been ineligible for college. Advertisement It will be easier for the Jackets to keep a close eye on Lindstrom in East Lansing, Mich., than it was in Medicine Hat. For Lindstrom, 19, the challenge of playing against older players will help get him ready for the rough-and-tumble world of the NHL, where he's projected to play center as a power forward. 'It was a really hard decision to leave Medicine Hat,' Lindstrom said. '(GM and coach) Willy Desjardins, and (assistant coaches) Joe Frazer and Josh Maser were such great supporters for me in my career. It was super hard, but I'm heading to Michigan State. I committed there, and that's where I'll be playing. 'The travel is so much easier (in college). The facilities (in East Lansing) are great. It'll help me recover my body and put me in a position to have a really long career.' As Lindstrom spoke on Wednesday, he sounded more relaxed and at ease than he had in previous interviews. He's in a better state of mind, it seems, after returning to hockey after more than a year-long absence. Lindstrom had two goals, two assists and a plus-3 rating in four games during Medicine Hat's series win over Spokane, and was a dominating force early in the tournament. In Game 3, however, he turned into a leg-on-leg hit with Spokane's Saige Weinstein that caused a few skipped heartbeats within the Blue Jackets' front office. The resulting injury was a charley horse, and Lindstrom was saddled with it the rest of the way. When Medicine Hat flew to Rimouski, Quebec, for the Memorial Cup, he suffered significant swelling in the leg during the flight, and the decision was made to sit him out in Game 1. He returned for the final three games, but he wasn't 100 percent. The Blue Jackets received daily updates from Lindstrom, and Waddell said they were pleased with how Medicine Hat and Lindstrom handled the situation. Advertisement 'It was pretty bad,' Lindstrom said. 'I tried to play through it (in Game 5 of the WHL championship series), but I didn't want to start compensating, because when you start compensating, it leads to other things. 'I want to play more than anything, but there's a risk-reward in that situation that wouldn't benefit me or the team in any way.' But his back was never the issue, Waddell said. 'He felt good,' he said. 'Back-wise, he's had no complaints at all.' CAYDEN. LINDSTROM. 1-0 TIGERS 🚨@TigersHockey | @BlueJacketsNHL | #WHLChampionship — Western Hockey League (@TheWHL) May 12, 2025 Lindstrom will spend the next three weeks in Vancouver, he said, then fly to Columbus in advance of the Blue Jackets' development camp. After barely skating last year, Lindstrom will be a full participant this year, Waddell said. He will stay in Columbus after development camp, then head to Michigan State in early July for a six-week summer camp with many of his new teammates. Then he'll get a week back home in Vancouver before returning to Michigan State for the start of classes in the fall. Lindstrom is still a long way from the NHL, but he's now back on the road. 'Missing the whole season was tough,' Lindstrom said. 'But this was kinda my goal the whole year. I knew Medicine Hat was going to go far in the playoffs because we had a really good team, a skilled team. It was my goal to push and help the team for the playoffs. 'Don Waddell and (director of hockey operations) Rick Nash and (trainers) Mike Vogt and Dylan Dewey, they all put so much time and effort into me, and that really means a lot to me. They've helped me get better and get started on a long career.'
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Yahoo
Greenfield police chief on administrative leave; assistant chief appointed role
The Brief Greenfield Police Chief Jay Johnson was placed on administrative leave on Friday, April 25 over "workplace concerns." The Police and Fire Commission appointed Assistant Chief Eric Lindstrom to fill the role on Wednesday night, April 30. Lindstrom has been with the department since 2003. GREENFIELD, Wis. - The mayor of Greenfield tells FOX6 News that "workplace concerns" are the reasons why that city's police chief is now on leave. What we know Greenfield Mayor Michael Neitzke said Police Chief Jay Johnson was placed on administrative leave on Friday, April 25. Johnson has been the head of the Greenfield Police Department since 2019, when he was appointed chief of police. But Johnson has worked for the department for much longer. He started his time with Greenfield as an officer back in 1992 and has been a captain and lieutenant. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android Officials say Johnson was placed on administrative leave "while the city conducts an independent review of workplace concerns." What they're saying Mayor Neitzke said the following in a statement: "...Because this is a personnel matter and the review is ongoing, the City will not be providing additional details at this time. Our priority is to ensure a thorough, fair process and to maintain the continued safety and effective service of the Greenfield Police Department for our community." FOX6 News also reached out to Common Council members and they referred back to Neitzke's statement. FOX6 News also reached out to Police and Fire Commission members but have not heard back. What's next On Wednesday evening, April 30, the five-member commission went into closed session during a special meeting to discuss the appointment of an acting police chief. They unanimously voted for Assistant Chief Eric Lindstrom to fill the role. FOX6 News tried to speak with Lindstrom, but was told he was not doing any interviews. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News According to the city's website, Lindstrom has been with the department since 2003. He was promoted to patrol sergeant in 2015, detective sergeant in 2017 and captain in 2018. The Greenfield Common Council also had a special meeting and approved hiring a private investigative firm – but it is unclear if that decision is related to Johnson. The Source The information in this post was produced by FOX6 News.
USA Today
17-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Colts NFL draft: Every player drafted at 14th overall in last 10 years
Colts NFL draft: Every player drafted at 14th overall in last 10 years The Colts hold the 14th overall pick in this year's NFL draft. Here is a look back at the last 10 selections at that draft slot. The Indianapolis Colts will enter the 2025 NFL draft with seven selections in total, including the 14th overall pick in the first round. Of course, previous picks at 14th overall by other teams have no bearing on who the Colts pick or how that selection turns out. But it is interesting to see the caliber of players that have come from this specific spot in the NFL draft in recent years. As it pertains to the Colts, tight end, as we know, is a major need, but the offensive line and the defensive line are two other position groups that could be on GM Chris Ballard's radar--not to mention that adding to linebacker should be on the to-do list as well, although I don't know that ends up as a first round priority for Indianapolis. Here are the last 10 selections to be taken at 14th overall in the NFL draft. 2024: New Orleans Saints, T - Taliese Fuaga, Oregon State As a rookie, Fuaga started all 17 regular-season games at left tackle for the Saints. 2023: Pittsburgh Steelers, T – Broderick Jones, Georgia Jones has started 27 out of 34 regular season games in his two NFL seasons, which includes 16 games this past year. 2022: Baltimore Ravens, S – Kyle Hamilton, Notre Dame The do-it-all safety has missed just three games in his first three seasons and is a two-time Pro Bowler and a one-time All-Pro. 2021: New York Jets, G – Alijah Vera-Tucker, Southern California Vera-Tucker has been a versatile member of the Jets' offensive line, playing multiple positions. Unfortunately, injuries have been a part of his career, with Vera-Tucker appearing in only 12 games between 2022 and 2023. However, he did make 15 starts last season. 2020: San Francisco 49ers, DT – Javon Kinlaw, South Carolina After spending his first four seasons with the 49ers, Kinlaw joined the Jets in 2024. He's appeared in all 34 games the last two seasons and has 9.5 career sacks and 12 tackles for loss. 2019: Atlanta Falcons, G – Chris Lindstrom, Boston College Lindstrom has been a three-time Pro Bowler in his NFL career. Since 2020, Lindstrom has missed only one game. 2018: New Orleans Saints, DE – Marcus Davenport, UTSA After spending his first five seasons with the Saints, Davenport was in Minnesota in 2023 and Detroit in 2024, appearing in just six total games during that span. Davenport has 24 career sacks over seven seasons and 27 tackles for loss. 2017: Philadelphia Eagles, DE – Derek Barnett, Tennessee Barnett has missed time over his career. In four seasons, he's played fewer than eight games. He did, however, appear in 16 games with Houston last season and has won a Super Bowl with Philadelphia. Barnett has 29 career sacks and 49 tackles for loss. 2016: Las Vegas Raiders, DB – Karl Joseph, West Virginia After four seasons with the Raiders, Joseph played in 14 games in 2020 with Cleveland and then appeared in two games with Pittsburgh in 2021, which was the last time he saw regular-season snaps. Joseph finished his career with 20 pass breakups, five interceptions, and 305 tackles. 2015: Miami Dolphins, WR – DeVante Parker, Louisville Parker spent seven seasons with Miami and then the 2022 and 2023 seasons with New England. Parker averaged 14.1 yards per catch over his career, catching 59% of his targets, with 27 touchdowns.
