Swedish Buffalo Sabres defenceman and first overall pick in 2018 whose offensive ability, skating and two-way development have marked him as the most talented blueliner of his draft class.
Rasmus Dahlin is a Swedish defenceman for the Buffalo Sabres, selected first overall in the 2018 NHL Draft and considered one of the most gifted offensive defencemen of his generation. His exceptional skating, offensive vision, and ability to quarterback the power play have produced elite offensive numbers. He is widely seen as a future Norris Trophy winner as the NHL's best defenceman.
Best Known For
NHL All-Star 4x
Honours & Achievements
Career Honours
- NHL All-Star 4x
- Norris Trophy nominee multiple years
- World Championship (Sweden)
- 1st Overall Pick 2018
- Buffalo Sabres all-time points leader (defencemen)
Career Journey
Timeline
2000
👶 Born in Lidköping, Sweden
🏟️ Buffalo Sabres
🏆 NHL All-Star 4x
🏆 Norris Trophy nominee multiple years
🏆 World Championship (Sweden)
🏆 1st Overall Pick 2018
🏆 Buffalo Sabres all-time points leader (defencemen)