Oliver Ekman-Larsson talked briefly with Patrik Bexall of Habs Eyes on the Prize about the national team, the World Cup, and what it was like to watch Niklas Lidstrom while growing up.
It is no secret to Arizona Coyotes fans that Oliver Ekman-Larsson is one of the best defensemen in the game today. His inclusion on the Swedish National Team for the World Cup of Hockey is further evidence of his prowess.
But it has not always been a rosy relationship between OEL and the Swedish National Team. And OEL will join a blue-line that is stacked with impressive talent such as Erik Karlsson, Viktor Hedman, and Anton Stralman.