Right Wing/Left Wing
6’1/187
Left
Orebro HK U20/Sweden-U20
Related: Lars Steiner
Niklas Aaram‑Olsen is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing “riser‑potential” stories in the 2026 NHL Draft class; he fits the modern Scandinavian power-forward mold, attacks through the middle lane, not the perimeter, uses his frame to protect pucks and drive defenders backward. Aaram-Olsen generates offense through shot volume, release deception, and net‑front presence. Playing for Orebro HK in Sweden’s U20, he put up 17 goals and 32 points in 22 games, and made his SHL debut at 17; Coaches reportedly expect his role to grow as he adjusts to pace and physicality. He has played a handful of games with Orebro’s SHL team but
has been limited to about two shifts a game, max. So it’s hard to see what he’s truly capable of, but I like his shot, hockey sense and skating. You won’t find many shooters around this part of the draft as good as Aaram-Olsen. Niklas Aaram Olsen projects as a Middle six winger with top 6 upside and looks to be a late 1st or early 2nd round pick.
Size/Strength Good
Skating Good
Shot/Scoring Great
Puckhandling Average
Physical Play Good
Offensive Play Great
Defensive Average
Hockey Sense Great
Competitiveness Great
Strengths
1 Heavy, quick, and repeatable shot release; generates power without needing a big wind-up and can shoot in stride or off balance.
2 Uses his frame well for his age and shields defenders on entries. Prefers to cut inside rather than stay wide.
3 Has excellent off-puck instincts. Finds soft spots and arrives on time in the slot.
Areas for Improvement
1. He’s a shooter first, second, and third. Needs to diversify his threat profile.
2. He can get caught a half‑step behind when the game speeds up.
3. Like many young power forwards, his impact can come in bursts rather than sustained pressure.
Scouting Report
Niklas Aaram‑Olsen is emerging as one of the most productive and physically mature European wingers in the 2026 NHL Draft class, combining a heavy shot, strong inside‑lane habits, and impressive J20 production for Örebro HK. Aaram-Olsen is a solid skater who possesses a fantastic release; he leans shooter more than playmaker. His commitment off the puck on the defensive side and is a well-rounded prospect overall. He has played a handful of games with Orebro’s SHL team but has been limited to about two shifts a game, max. So it’s hard to see what he’s truly capable of, but I like his shot, hockey sense and skating. You won’t find many shooters around this part of the draft as good as Aaram-Olsen. His one-timer isn’t so much of a bomb, but more of a sweeper style that’s timed perfectly and acts almost like a change-up. When he’s not using the one-timer, look for him on the off-side post where he seems to have a knack for going unnoticed. He’s a dangerous scorer and shooter who picks corners and beats goalies from mid-range with his heavy snapper or curl-and-drag wrister. He can threaten as a shooter from the bumper or the flank on the power play because he’s also got a hard one-touch shot and one-timer (a go-to weapon for him). His NHL comparable is Nino Niedereiter, a power forward, who made a living as a solid net front and slot presence in the league. Aaram-Olsen has Middle Six potential with legit top-6 upside, with real potential to rise into the top-20.
Skill: Heavy‑Shot Power Winger With Inside‑Lane Instincts
NHL Comparable: Nino Niederreiter
NHL Potential: Middle 6 Winger with Top 6 upside
| Season | Team | League | GP | G | PTS |
| 2024-25 | Orebro HK J20 | Sweden U20 | 42 | 23 | 41 |
| Norway U18 | WJC-18 | 5 | 3 | 5 | |
| 2025-26 | Orebro HK J20 | Sweden U20 | 22 | 17 | 32 |
| Norway U20 | WJC-0 D1A | 5 | 6 | 10 |
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