Story Summary
Alexander Hellnemo of Herlev Eagles has been named goaltender in the Metal Ligaen’s team of the week after a strong seven days that included a shutout against Rungsted. The Swedish netminder posted a .922 save percentage across the week and had earlier helped keep Herlev in the contest at Vojens.
The six-player selection also includes Herning Blue Fox defenceman Matteus Söderbom, Esbjerg Energy defenceman Arturs Kulda and forwards Nicolas Werbik of Esbjerg, Andreas Grundtvig of Aalborg Pirates and Andreas Kløve of Sønderjyske.
Söderbom stood out in Herning’s 6-0 win over Frederikshavn, combining reliable defensive work with a goal and an assist. Kulda continued to carry a substantial workload for Esbjerg while contributing important goals and assists.
Werbik’s value for Energy was underlined by his face-off work, power-play role and ability to score from close range. Grundtvig returned from an injury lay-off with two goals in Aalborg’s game at Rødovre, while Kløve scored three times in three games to continue his Metal Ligaen breakthrough.
Key Facts
- Alexander Hellnemo of Herlev Eagles recorded a .922 save percentage over the week and finished it with a shutout at home to Rungsted.
- Hellnemo, a Swedish goaltender, also helped Herlev remain competitive in Vojens earlier in the week.
- Matteus Söderbom scored once and added an assist in Herning Blue Fox’s 6-0 victory over Frederikshavn.
- Arturs Kulda has continued to play heavy minutes for Esbjerg Energy while supplying key goals and assists.
- Nicolas Werbik has contributed at the face-off dot, on Esbjerg’s power play and around the opposition net.
- Andreas Grundtvig returned from an injury lay-off and scored twice for Aalborg Pirates at Rødovre.
- Andreas Kløve scored three goals in three games for Sønderjyske.
IHM Discussion
The selection reflects contributions from across the Metal Ligaen rather than one club’s dominant week. Hellnemo’s shutout and .922 save percentage provide the clearest goaltending case, while Söderbom’s goal-and-assist display came in the week’s most emphatic stated result.
Esbjerg place two players in the line-up, with Kulda recognised for his minutes and production from defence and Werbik for a multi-part forward role. Werbik’s face-off and power-play responsibilities, alongside his net-front scoring, identify the different ways he has been affecting games.
Grundtvig’s two-goal return is a notable individual result after his absence, while Kløve’s three goals in three appearances maintain an encouraging run for the young Sønderjyske forward despite a difficult weekend for his side.
Why It Matters
Weekly recognition offers a concise measure of who has delivered across different roles. For Herlev, Hellnemo’s form included both sustained save-making and a shutout. Herning received a major contribution from Söderbom in a decisive win, while Esbjerg’s two selections underline production from both the blue line and the forward group.
At Aalborg, Grundtvig’s return brought immediate goals. Kløve’s scoring run is equally significant for Sønderjyske, with three goals in three games marking a strong individual week even as the team endured a disappointing weekend.
Mini Q&A
Who was named the Metal Ligaen team of the week goaltender?
Alexander Hellnemo of Herlev Eagles, following a week in which he posted a .922 save percentage and recorded a shutout against Rungsted.
Which player scored three goals in three games?
Sønderjyske forward Andreas Kløve scored three times in three games.
How did Matteus Söderbom contribute against Frederikshavn?
The Herning Blue Fox defenceman scored a goal and registered an assist in the 6-0 win.
IHM Final View
Hellnemo sets the standard for this week’s line-up after pairing a .922 save percentage with a shutout. Around him, Söderbom, Kulda, Werbik, Grundtvig and Kløve earned recognition through tangible contributions: scoring, assists, heavy minutes, special-teams work and a productive return from injury.