Ludwig Persson

Ludwig Persson is a Swedish professional ice hockey left wingplaying for the Hershey Bears in the American Hockey League as a prospect to the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League. Persson was drafted 85th overall, in the third round, by the Washington Capitals in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft.

Playing career

Persson played as a youth and developed within Frölunda HC of the Swedish Hockey League. Following his third season in the SHL, Persson was selected by the Capitals in the 2022 NHL entry draft and later signed to a three-year, entry-level contract on 16 July 2022.

International play

At the 2021 World U18 Championship, Persson contributed with 2 goals and 4 points in 7 games on the bronze-winning Team Sweden.