Linus Söderström
Linus Söderström is a Swedish professional ice hockey goaltender. He is currently under contract as a prospect to the New York Islanders of the National Hockey League.Playing career
Söderström was contracted by Djurgårdens IF in his native Sweden, playing at the J20 SuperElit level when he was selected by the New York Islanders in the 4th round of the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.
After loan assignments in the HockeyAllsvenskan with Södertälje SK, Almtuna IS and HC Vita Hästen, Söderström left Djurgårdens IF without a senior appearance, agreeing to a one-year deal with HV71 on April 11, 2016. Söderström made his SHL debut on October 1, 2016, making 30 saves on 31 shots in a game against Skellefteå AIK.
On May 11, 2017, Söderström was signed to a three-year, entry-level contract with the New York Islanders.Personal life
Söderström was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder at the age of 7.
