Wennberg Happy To Make Team Sweden, Wants To Sign Extension With Sharks (+)

It was early morning in San Jose on New Year’s Eve when Alexander Wennberg got the call that he’ll be headed to the Olympics with Team Sweden this year.

The San Jose Sharks forward said he was honored to be named to the roster, officially announced on Jan. 2.

31-year-old Wennberg is one of six players added to Team Sweden that weren’t on its Four Nations roster.

With 26 points through 40 games, Wennberg is on pace for his best season since his third year back in 2016-17 when he had 59 points. He’s also provided the San Jose Sharks high-end defensive play. His reward will be a trip to Milano-Cortina in February.

Wennberg spoke about getting that call, fellow Swede William Eklund’s disappointment in not making the team, potentially facing Macklin Celebrini and Canada, his UFA status, and more.