Jets see more than talent in Björck
Selecting in the top 10 of the NHL Draft for the first time in 10 years, the Winnipeg Jets chose Swedish centre Viggo Björck.
The 18-year-old represented Sweden at both the World Juniors and World Championship this past season, becoming the youngest player in Swedish history to compete at the Worlds. Now, he has another milestone to add to an already impressive résumé - being selected eighth overall by the Winnipeg Jets in the 2026 NHL Draft.
Kevin Cheveldayoff made it clear that it wasn't just Björck's play on the ice that stood out. The Jets were equally impressed by the person behind the player, with the young Swede leaving a lasting impression during his interview at the NHL Scouting Combine.