Talking hockey with Tim Larsson

On Saturday night the Steelers hosted Swedish Hockey League (SHL) side HV71 Jönköping in their first of two Champions Hockey League games. Even though the result wasn't as favourable as we wanted, the atmosphere was immense. This was mainly down to the superb support given by our Swedish visitors.

We managed to collar one of them for a quick Q&A. Here we talk some hockey with Tim Larsson, and thank Tim for his time and willingness to take part.

FSB: First of all, what was the initial reaction to when HV71 drew the Steelers in the Champions Hockey League?

Tim: For myself I loved our pics. The main thing for me with the CHL is to experience new culture and explore new cities. To be honest I thought HV would win with numbers like Frölunda last season but Steelers put up a great fight. I'm sure you're gonna rock the EIHL.

FSB: As a New Jersey Devils fan myself how good is Mattias Tedenby?

Tim:  Mattias Tedenby had a really good year last season but I still think he needs to find a more equal style in his play. Can for example be brilliant 3 games and then disappear for 2 games. A lot of people in Jönköping think he's worth the entrance fee himself.

FSB: From what you have seen Tim, what is your opinion on the Steelers team that HV71 have played?

Tim: Robert Dowd is very good in my opinion. Steelers play a really gritty game and I think Jerry Andersson's experience will be very important for you this season.

FSB: Following on from that question, which Steelers players have impressed you?

Tim: Robert Dowd again, always an offensive threat for our defense, and of course the Moose Mustukovs. I just love his old time play in the net!

FSB: How far do you think HV71 can progress in the Champions Hockey League?

Tim: Hard to tell. CHL is really dependent on your day form. Look at Vienna, they defeated Skelleftea in the first game. I'll think Salzburg will be a hard nut to crack.

FSB: And finally, is it safe for us to assume that all HV71 fans are adopted Steelers fans from now on?

Tim: Haha, absolutely! We all love Sheffield now!

All the staff at the arena is super friendly and all the Steelers fans are so warmhearted. I think we all have a place in our hearts and I think you feel the same for us. Hopefully we made a bigger impact than Frölunda! ;)

 

I think you might be right Tim, we definitely have a soft spot for HV71 as well. Hopefully this will lead to plenty of friendships made, I certainly will be looking forward to making a trip to Jönköping myself sometime soon.

You can catch Tim in the old Twitterverse on @TimpanHv71 

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