An undersized winger from Frolunda HC (SHL), Westergard registered 50 points in 41 games at the J-20 Nationell level, which earned the teenager a full-time role in the SHL playoffs. He totalled three points in 11 games against much older and more seasoned competition. Westergard is expected to return to a full-time role for Frolunda in the SHL during the 2025-26 season.

Selected 132nd overall, Max Westergård is now a member of the Philadelphia Flyers.

Weekly 2026 Draft Eligible Three Stars: World Junior Edition

Kuhta notched his first career World Junior Championship goal in his second tournament game in an 8-0 rout of Latvia. Looking for Philadelphia Flyers prospect Max Westergärd in front, Kutha’s pass directed off the goal stick of keeper Mikus Vecvanags and into the net. Later in the game, Kutha added a secondary assist on another goal by Vesterinen in a thorough beatdown of Latvia.

Final Rankings – Only weeks shy of 2026 draft eligibility, Max Westergård impressed by earning SHL playoff minutes this spring. Slightly undersized, he still has the skill and work ethic to develop into a middle-six winger if everything clicks.—