Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Ice Hockey Player (Defenseman) |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 14/03/2000 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Mattias Samuelsson
30/09/2026
Mattias Samuelsson returned to practice after being listed week to week with a lower-body injury sustained eight days earlier. He was considered a possible option for Buffalo’s season opener against the Columbus Blue Jackets, with his status to be evaluated after testing the injury in a real skate.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | American professional ice hockey defenseman currently under contract with the Buffalo Sabres. Known for his defensive acumen and stay-at-home playing style, similar to his father's approach to the game. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'4" (193 cm) |
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| Weight | 229 lbs (104 kg) |
| Shoots | Left |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Western Michigan University (2 seasons, team captain 2019-20) |
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Family
| Father | Kjell Samuelsson (former NHL defenseman) |
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| Uncle | Jan Samuelsson |
| Brother | Lukas Samuelsson |
Career
| Draft | 2018 NHL Entry Draft, 2nd Round, 32nd Overall by Buffalo Sabres |
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| Professional Debut | 18/04/2021 |
| Current Team | Buffalo Sabres |
| Experience | 6 seasons |
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| Contract Status | Signed through 2029-30 ($4.285 million AAV) |
Style Quotient
| Playing Style | Defensive defenseman, PK specialist, stay-at-home game with strong defensive acumen |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Second-highest draft pick in Western Michigan University program history | |
| 2. Played for USA National Team Development Program before college | |
| 3. Recorded 2 assists in 12 games during 2020-21 pro debut | |
| 4. Recorded 10 assists in 42 games in 2021-22 season with 15 points in 22 games with Rochester Americans | |
| 5. Has 20 goals, 64 assists, and a +44 plus-minus in 290 NHL games through 2025-26 |
