Mikkel Eriksen is a promising two-way forward known for his heavy game and high hockey IQ. His soft skills are standout qualities. He is a deceptive attacker who hides his intentions from defenders, often getting them to show their cards first before adjusting his plans accordingly. He’s very good at slowing the pace of the game down and delaying, waiting for the best play to present itself before executing.
Draft and NHL Rights
In June 2025, Mikkel Eriksen was selected 111th overall by the New York Rangers in the fourth round of the 2025 NHL draft. The New York Rangers hold his NHL rights, although he is currently unsigned.
Player Profile
- Date of Birth: Sep 13, 2007
- Age: 18
- Place of Birth: Oslo, Norway
- Nation: Norway
- Youth Team: Vålerenga
- Position: C
- Height: 180 cm / 5'11"
- Weight: 85 kg / 187 lbs
- Shoots: L
- Father: Rune Eriksen
Scouting Report
Eriksen’s hockey IQ is something to marvel at. He possesses excellent awareness and elusiveness on both ends of the ice, but his game elevates in the offensive zone. Most importantly to Rangers fans, Eriksen has a shoot-first mentality.
Selected in the fourth round of the 2025 NHL draft, Mikkel Eriksen is tailor-made for Mike Sullivan. Eriksen’s play style is very comparable to JG Pageau, whom Rangers fans know very well.
He’s a deceptive attacker who hides his intentions from defenders, often getting them to show their cards first before adjusting his plans accordingly. He’s very good at slowing the pace of the game down and delaying, waiting for the best play to present itself before executing.
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Junior and SHL Career
In the 2024-25 season with Färjestad BK’s U20 Nationell team, Eriksen led the team with 22 goals in 40 games. The contributing factor was that he registered 4.1 shots per game. He most recently played in the SHL with Färjestad BK.
The 17-year-old Norwegian is turning 18 on September 13th and is slated to start this upcoming 2025-26 season with Färjestad BK of the SHL. Keep an eye on Mikkel Eriksen, Rangers fans.
For Eriksen, we have to remember he's already playing abroad, as a Norwegian kid. It doesn't rule out a move of course, but going to Sweden at a such a young age, leaving your family behind, is already a big commitment.
CHL Import Draft
Mikkel Eriksen was picked by Moose Jaw Warriors (WHL) in the CHL Import Draft. Moose Jaw drafted Jan Trefný in round 2, Eriksen in round 3. Teams are allowed 2 import players on their roster. Moose Jaw Warriors sign CHL Import draft pick Jan Trefný.
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