PORTLAND, ME – August 25, 2026 – The Maine Mariners, proud affiliates of the NHL's Boston Bruins and AHL's Providence Bruins, have announced the re-signing of forward Linus Hemstrom for the 2026-27 season.
A 22-year-old forward from Galve, SWE, Hemstrom spent his first full season in Maine in 2025-26, and appeared in 69 of the 72 regular season games, and an additional 12 playoff contests. He scored 13 goals and chipped in 22 assists in the regular season, good for sixth on the team in scoring. It was a significant increase in offensive output from his rookie season, when he posted 14 points in 55 games between the Mariners and Bloomington Bison.
Hemstrom first joined the Mariners in a future considerations trade with Bloomington in February of 2025, before re-signing for the 2025-26 season. Prior to turning pro, he spent two seasons in the Ontario Hockey League, with the Kingston Frontenacs. He’s also played internationally for Team Sweden’s U20 team.
Click here to view the current roster of announced Mariners signings for the 2026-27 season.
The Mariners 2026-27 season begins on Saturday, October 17th at Worcester with the Home Opener one week later on Saturday, October 24th, a 1 PM puck drop against the Railers. For more information on ticket packages and group discounts for the 2026-27 season, fans can call 833-GO-MAINE, go to MaineMariners.com, or visit the Mariners front office at 94 Free Street in Portland.
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