Jesper Boqvist is a Swedish professional ice hockey forward for the Florida Panthers, as of May 2025. He began his career with Brynäs IF in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) during the 2015–16 season. Boqvist was drafted by the New Jersey Devils in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. Boqvist signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Devils in June 2019. He scored his first NHL goal in November 2019, although it was involved in a controversial play.
In the 2022–23 season, he re-signed with the Devils on a one-year, two-way contract and contributed with 10 goals and 21 points, helping the Devils return to the playoffs. In July 2023, Boqvist signed a one-year, $775,000 contract with the Boston Bruins. Helater signed a one-year, $775,000 deal with the Florida Panthers as a free agent on July 1, 2024.
Jesper Boqvist's Parents
Jesper Boqvist’s parents are Helena and Patrick Boqvist, as per Times Herald-Record. They are from Falun, Sweden. They attended a New Jersey Devils vs. Chicago Blackhawks game in the U.S., where Jesper played against his younger brother, Adam Boqvist, as per the Times Herald-Record.
Jesper Boqvist's family origin
Jesper Boqvist’s family origin is Swedish. He grew up in Falun, Sweden, with his younger brother, Adam Boqvist, as per the Times Herald-Record.
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Jesper Boqvist's Brother
Jesper Boqvist’s brother is Adam Boqvist. Adam is a defenseman in the NHL and plays for the New York Islanders. Jesper is two years older than Adam. They grew up together in Falun, Sweden, and dreamed of playing in the NHL together. In 2024, they both signed one-year contracts with the Panthers — Jesper on July 1 and Adam on July 9. They played on the same team for the first time since childhood during the Panthers' 2024 preseason, as per the Miami Herald.
However, in January 2025, Adam Boqvist was released by the Panthers. On January 31, 2025, he was claimed off waivers by the New York Islanders, thus ending the brothers' tenure playing for the same NHL team.
FAQs on Jesper Boqvist
A. Jesper and Adam Boqvist are brothers.
A. Jesper Boqvist was born on October 30, 1998.
A. Adam Boqvist is the younger brother of Jesper Boqvist.
Q. What position does Jesper Boqvist play?
A. Jesper Boqvist has played for Brynäs IF, the New Jersey Devils, and the Boston Bruins.
