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Oscar Engsund ends goal drought in SHL semifinal loss

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  • Oscar Engsund scored to end a goal drought of over 130 games in the SHL.
  • The goal occurred in a semifinal match where Luleå Hockey lost to Skellefteå.
  • Engsund's last SHL goal was in January 2024 while playing for Oskarshamn.

Oscar Engsund scored a goal in a Swedish Hockey League (SHL) semifinal match, ending a goal drought that reportedly lasted 132 or 134 games. The goal came in the third period for Luleå Hockey against Skellefteå, but Luleå lost the match. Engsund's last SHL goal before this was on January 30, 2024, when he played for Oskarshamn.

According to reports, Engsund said it was bitter but highlighted the team's strong morale, noting they came back from a 1-3 deficit and will take that into the next game on Thursday.

it was bitter but highlighted the team's strong morale, noting they came back from a 1-3 deficit and will take that into the next game on Thursday

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