Clas Eriksson (born February 20, 1973) is a

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former professional

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player. Eriksson is currently a team manager and coach for his former club Färjestads BK. During his career, Eriksson played for Färjestads BK, apart from seasons with

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from 1991 to 1992. During his 13 seasons with Färjestads, he won three Swedish Championships in 1997, 1998, and 2002. In 2004 he was forced to retire due to an injury.

Personal life

Eriksson's son, Joel Eriksson Ek, currently plays within the

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organization of the

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and his younger son Olle was drafted by the

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in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft.

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* 1973 births Färjestad BK players Living people Swedish ice hockey forwards Ice hockey people from Karlstad {{sweden-icehockey-player-stub