Lias Andersson appears ready to continue his hockey journey in Sweden. The player and HV71 of the Swedish Hockey League are working towards securing a loan for the 2020-21 season, sources tell Blueshirt Banter.
The Rangers loaned Andersson to his boyhood club in January following their falling out in which Andersson abruptly departed North America following his demotion to the AHL. Andersson regained form with HV71, registering seven goals and five assists in 15 games.
Both player and club would like to build off of that success. HV71 has told Andersson that it envisions him anchoring the top line next season, a source tells Blueshirt Banter.