Jesper Boqvist family

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Jesper Boqvist family
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Jesper Boqvist (born October 30, 1998) is a Swedish professional ice hockey center playing for the Florida Panthers in the National Hockey League. Boqvist was drafted 36th overall by the New Jersey Devils in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. He began his professional career in Sweden's top league, the SHL, with Brynäs IF, where he honed his game before making it to the NHL. Boqvist made his NHL debut with the Devils and scored his first career goal in 2019. He later joined the Boston Bruins in 2023, gaining postseason experience. Boqvist joined the Panthers in 2024.

Jesper Boqvist parents

Jesper Boqvist’s parents are Helena and Patrick Boqvist. They have played an integral role in his and his brother Adam’s hockey journeys. Natives of Falun, Sweden, have been unwavering supporters, frequently attending their sons’ games and celebrating their successes. Helena and Patrick Boqvist are known for making a competitive yet nurturing environment that shaped Jesper and Adam's foundation to become athletes.

The Boqvist household was the backdrop for countless floor hockey battles between Jesper and Adam, where Boqvist, the elder sibling, often had the upper hand.

"I always won, and he got mad," Boqvist fondly recalled in an interview with Record online.

Helena and Patrick Boqvist also value family time and made a special trip to Chicago to watch Jesper and Adam Boqvist play against each other in an NHL game as per Recordoline. Their support has always been a mix of cheering them on and giving helpful advice, showing how much they care about their sons’ success on and off the ice.

Jesper Boqvist brother

Adam Boqvist, the younger brother of Jasper Boqvist was born on August 15, 2000. He is a professional ice hockey defenseman for the Florida Panthers of the NHL. Selected eighth overall by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft, Adam quickly showcased his skill and hockey sense. Over the years, he has played for the Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Florida Panthers, where he now shares the ice with his older brother Jesper Boqvist.

Adam and Jesper Boqvist grew up playing hockey together in their family’s basement, with Jesper usually winning their friendly games. Even with these small competitions, the brothers have always been close, encouraging each other in their hockey careers. Now playing together for the Florida Panthers, Adam and Jesper Boqvist are making their hockey dreams come true side by side.

FAQs on Jesper Boqvist family

A. Jesper Boqvist signed a one-year contract with the Bruins in 2023 now he is playing for the Florida Panthers as of 2024.

A.  Jesper and Adam Boqvist are brothers.

A.  Adam Boqvist is the younger brother of Jesper Boqvist.

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