Gustav Forsling is an ice hockey defenceman who plays for the Florida Panthers in the NHL. He began his career with Linköpings HC in the Swedish Hockey League during the 2014–15 season. He was drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in 2014 but was traded to the Chicago Blackhawks in January 2015. Forsling signed with Chicago in May 2016, made his NHL debut in the 2016–17 season, and scored his first goal in November 2016. In June 2019, he was traded to the Carolina Hurricanes and signed a one-year deal with them in October 2020.
On January 9, 2021, Forsling was claimed off waivers by the Florida Panthers. He signed a three-year, $8 million extension in July 2021 and later agreed to an eight-year, $46 million contract with Florida on March 7, 2024. Forsling played a key role in the Panthers’ success and won his first Stanley Cup when the team defeated the Edmonton Oilers in Game 7 of the Finals on June 24, 2024.
Gustav Forsling's wife
Gustav Forsling's wife is Daniela Kindstrand, as per ELLE Magazine.
They met as teenagers in their hometown of Linköping, Sweden. Though they now live in the U.S., they held their wedding in Sweden in the summer of 2023.
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Daniela Kindstrand’s Social Media
Daniela Kindstrand is available on Instagram under the username @danielaforsling, a private account, where she has around 412 followers and 559 posts.
How long have Gustav Forsling and Daniela Kindstrand been married?
Gustav Forsling and Daniela Kindstrand have been married since July 8, 2023. As of May 2025, they have been married for approximately 1 year and 10 months, as per ELLE Magazine.
How many kids do Gustav Forsling and Daniela Kindstrand have?
Gustav Forsling and Daniela Kindstrand have one child. Their first child, a son named Bo, was born in January 2024, as per the NHLPA.
FAQ on Gustav Forsling
A. Gustav Forsling plays as a defenseman.
A. Gustav Forsling was born on June 12, 1996.
A. Gustav Forsling is 28 years old.
A. Gustav Forsling is from Linköping, Sweden.
A. Gustav Forsling has played for Linköpings HC and the Chicago Blackhawks.
