Lucas Carlsson (born 5 July 1997) is a

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professional ice hockey defenceman currently playing with the

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of the National Hockey League (NHL). Carlsson was selected 110th overall by the Chicago Blackhawks in the

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Playing career

Carlsson made his

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debut playing with Brynäs IF during the 2014–15 SHL season. After completing his fourth SHL season in 2017–18 and having continued his development with Brynäs, Carlsson was signed to a three-year, entry-level contract with the Chicago Blackhawks on 21 May 2018. During the pandemic delayed

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season, after registering 1 assist in 12 appearances with the Blackhawks, Carlsson was traded alongside