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Mattias Tedenby turns down HV71’s six-week offer

By IceHockeyMan Editorial Team | Published:

Story Summary

Mattias Tedenby has turned down a six-week contract extension from HV71 after joining the club on a short-term deal during the pre-season, sporting director Johan Hult confirms. HV71 say they cannot currently offer the 36-year-old a full-season contract because of their present forward numbers and are monitoring a handful of injuries that could change the situation. Hult says the club will continue talks and has not closed the door on a return.

Key Facts

  • Mattias Tedenby played on a short-term contract with HV71 during the pre-season.
  • HV71 offered Tedenby a six-week extension, which he declined, according to sporting director Johan Hult.
  • Johan Hult said: “Unfortunately, Mattias turned it down. We have enormous respect for Mattias and his situation. We will continue to have a dialogue, and then we will see what happens for Mattias and for us going forward.”
  • The club says it cannot currently offer the club icon a contract for the whole season.
  • Hult noted the team must respect and take into account its current numbers on the forward side and that there are some injuries the club wants to assess further.
  • Hult said: “Mattias is a fantastic person, both on and off the ice. Definitely no doors are closed.”
  • The 36-year-old forward left HV71 in the spring after his contract expired, but rejoined the club because of injuries among HV71’s forwards.

IHM Discussion

HV71’s position, as outlined by Johan Hult, frames the situation around roster numbers and uncertainty over injured forwards. The club offered a six-week extension rather than a full-season deal while it assesses how those injuries develop. Tedenby declined the offer, but Hult stressed that dialogue will continue and that no doors are closed. HV71 therefore retain the option of revisiting the situation if their forward needs change.

Why It Matters

For HV71, the decision preserves flexibility while the club assesses injuries and its forward depth. For Tedenby, the short-term offer is off the table for now, but Hult’s comments leave open the prospect of further discussions if the club’s circumstances change.

Mini Q&A

What offer did HV71 make to Mattias Tedenby?

HV71 offered Tedenby a six-week contract extension after he had been with the club on a short-term pre-season deal.

Did Tedenby accept the offer?

No. Sporting director Johan Hult confirmed that Tedenby declined the six-week extension.

Why is HV71 not offering a full-season contract right now?

Hult said the club currently cannot offer a full-season contract because of the numbers on their forward roster and because they want to assess several existing injuries further.

Is a return to HV71 still possible for Tedenby?

Yes. Hult said there are ” definitely no doors that are closed” and that the club will continue to have a dialogue with Tedenby.

What is Tedenby’s age as stated in the source?

Tedenby is described as 36 years old.

What Comes Next

HV71 will continue its dialogue with Mattias Tedenby while assessing how its injured forwards progress. Hult has left the door open to revisiting the situation.

Mattias Tedenby trains with HV71 and keeps future open

By IceHockeyMan Editorial Team | Published:

Story Summary

Mattias Tedenby, 36, whose contract with HV71 expired earlier this year, joined an HV71 training session at Husqvarna Garden on Wednesday after being invited to practise with the SHL club. Tedenby, who recorded eight goals and three assists in 52 games last season and helped HV71 remain in the SHL through qualification play, said he was asked to come in amid minor knocks among the forwards and described the arrangement as a win-win that allows him to keep going. Still without a contract after the summer, Tedenby said he is open to a new deal if it appeals to him. In Sweden, he would only play for HV71; otherwise, he would consider playing abroad. He also said he would attend training again on Thursday.

Key Facts

  • Mattias Tedenby is 36 years old.
  • Tedenby’s contract with HV71 expired earlier in the year; in June he was not offered a new deal and left the club.
  • Tedenby attended an HV71 training session at Husqvarna Garden on Wednesday.
  • He was invited to train amid minor knocks among HV71’s forwards, with Wille Magnertoft mentioned.
  • Last season Tedenby recorded 8 goals and 3 assists in 52 games and helped HV71 remain in the SHL via qualification play.
  • Tedenby has been without a club since the end of the season and spent the summer still looking for a new team.
  • Across his HV71 career Tedenby has played 639 games and scored 255 points.
  • He has won three Swedish championships with HV71: 2008, 2010 and 2017.
  • Tedenby told Jönköpings-Posten the training invitation was a ‘win-win’ and that it lets him keep going.
  • He said he is open to most opportunities but would only play in Sweden for HV71; otherwise he would consider moves abroad.
  • Tedenby stated he would attend HV71’s training again the following day (Thursday).
  • There has been speculation that his training appearance could point to a short-term return to cover for injuries, though no contract has been announced.

IHM Discussion

Tedenby’s return to the HV71 ice is a practical arrangement for both sides. His contract expired earlier this year, he has remained without a club through the summer, and he accepted the invitation to train while HV71 deal with minor knocks among their forwards. For Tedenby, the sessions provide a chance to stay active as he considers his next move. His comments also set a clear limit on his options in Sweden: he would only return there with HV71, while a move abroad remains possible.

Why It Matters

The training arrangement keeps an experienced former HV71 player involved while the club manage minor knocks among their forwards. It also leaves open the possibility of a future decision without suggesting that a contract is imminent. Tedenby has made clear that any move within Sweden would have to be back to HV71.

Mini Q&A

Why was Mattias Tedenby training with HV71?

He was invited to train amid minor knocks among HV71’s forwards, with Wille Magnertoft mentioned. Tedenby said the arrangement also allows him to keep going.

What is Tedenby’s contract status?

His contract with HV71 expired earlier this year; in June he was not offered a new deal and has remained without a club since the end of the season.

How did Tedenby perform last season?

Last season he scored 8 goals and 3 assists in 52 games and helped HV71 avoid relegation through qualification play.

Is Tedenby willing to play for another Swedish club?

He said he would only play in Sweden for HV71; if not HV71 he would consider going abroad.

What are Tedenby’s career numbers with HV71?

Tedenby has played 639 games for HV71 and recorded 255 points, and he has been part of three championship-winning teams in 2008, 2010 and 2017.

Will he be at the next training session?

According to Tedenby he planned to attend the club’s training the following day (Thursday).

Coach Mark Comment

From a coaching perspective, an experienced player training with the group can be useful when the squad is carrying minor knocks. The immediate value is familiarity with the pace and demands of the sessions; any decision beyond that should rest on the club’s needs and Tedenby’s readiness.

What Comes Next

Tedenby confirmed he will take part in HV71’s training the following day (Thursday). No new contract or formal return to the playing roster has been announced.

IHM Final View

Tedenby’s appearance at HV71 training is a sensible interim arrangement. It allows him to stay active while HV71 have minor knocks among their forwards, and it leaves his next move open. No contract or return to the playing roster has been announced.