Story Summary
Timrå IK head coach Mikael Gath has cast doubt over forward Ludvig Levinsson’s availability for the club’s SHL season opener on 19 September. Levinsson has missed almost a month after sustaining an injury during pre-season; Gath said he played two periods against Sundsvall and has been absent since. Timrå also reported that 18-year-old Alex Kristiansson sustained a lower-body injury during pre-season, while defenceman Adrian Thun-Hansson required stitches after a knock in Wednesday training but is expected back in training tomorrow. Marcus Hardegård and an unnamed teammate are at home through illness, which the club does not consider a concern for the opener.
Key Facts
- Timrå open their SHL season away in Östergötland on 19 September.
- Forward Ludvig Levinsson missed large parts of the pre-season after being injured; he played two periods against Sundsvall and has been absent since.
- Head coach Mikael Gath said it was difficult to say whether Levinsson would be fit for the opener, describing the prognosis as uncertain and saying the club would take it day by day.
- Timrå announced 18-year-old Alex Kristiansson sustained a lower-body injury during the pre-season.
- Defenceman Adrian Thun-Hansson received stitches after a knock in Wednesday’s training but is expected to return to training tomorrow.
- Marcus Hardegård and an unnamed teammate are at home through illness; the club does not consider it a concern for the upcoming SHL opener.
IHM Discussion
Timrå enter the opening weekend with a genuine selection question around Levinsson. His absence has lasted nearly a month since his two-period appearance against Sundsvall, and Gath’s comments underline uncertainty rather than offering a timeline. Kristiansson’s lower-body injury and Thun-Hansson’s expected return to training add further fitness matters as Timrå prepare for 19 September. The day-by-day approach means Levinsson’s status will depend on how he progresses before the opener.
Why It Matters
The opener will be Timrå’s first competitive test of the new SHL season. Levinsson’s extended pre-season absence leaves uncertainty over one forward option, while the club continues to monitor several other players before travelling to Östergötland.
Mini Q&A
Is Ludvig Levinsson expected to play in the SHL opener?
Gath said it was difficult to say whether Levinsson would be fit for the 19 September opener. He described the prognosis as uncertain and said the club would assess him day by day.
When is Timrå’s season opener?
Timrå travel to Östergötland for the SHL season opener on 19 September.
What happened to Adrian Thun-Hansson?
Adrian Thun-Hansson suffered a heavy knock in Wednesday’s training, required stitches at hospital, but is reported to be in good condition and is expected back in training tomorrow.
Are other Timrå players out?
Timrå announced that 18-year-old Alex Kristiansson sustained a lower-body injury during pre-season. Marcus Hardegård and an unnamed teammate are at home through illness, which the club does not consider a concern for the opener.
How is the club handling the situation?
Coach Mikael Gath emphasised a day-by-day approach to Levinsson’s return and described the prognosis as uncertain, while the club has provided updates on other injuries and illnesses ahead of the opener.
Coach Mark Comment
A lengthy absence in pre-season can leave a player short of competitive preparation, so the key question is whether Levinsson can return safely and effectively. Until that is clear, Timrå need to prepare with the available forward group.
What Comes Next
Timrå travel to Östergötland for the SHL opener on 19 September; Adrian Thun-Hansson is expected back in training tomorrow; the club will continue its day-by-day assessment of Ludvig Levinsson’s readiness.
IHM Final View
Levinsson’s availability for 19 September remains uncertain rather than ruled out. Timrå also have a lower-body injury to Kristiansson, while Thun-Hansson is expected back in training and Hardegård is among those at home through illness. Levinsson’s status will be monitored in the days before the opener.