Defense · D

Malte Gustafsson

New York Islanders defenceman prospect with a $1.08M cap hit in 2026–27, signed through 2028–29, selected No. 13 overall in 2026; has yet to make an NHL appearance.

Born Jun 11, 2008

Birthplace Vackelsang, SWE

Nationality SWE

Height 6 ft 4 in / 193 cm

Weight 200 lb / 91 kg

Shoots L

Current team New York Islanders

Draft 2026 · NYI · Round 1 · No. 13

Team appearances

Season statistics

Season	Team	Cap hit	Regular season							Postseason
Season	Team	Cap hit	GP	G	A	PTS	+/-	PIM	S	GP	G	A	PTS	+/-	PIM	S
2026–27	NYI	$1,075,000	—							Playoffs not started
Signed with NYI on July 14, 2026 · 3 years x $1,075,000 AAV
Drafted by NYI in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft · Round 1 · No. 13 overall