Ice Hockey Star Mikael Granlund Embraces Summer, Confirms Shift to Non-Alcoholic Beer

Finnish ice hockey star Mikael Granlund is embracing a relaxed summer, focusing on family time, good food, and sauna, while also beginning his training regimen. The three-time World Champion recently celebrated Finland's latest World Championship gold medal, which was secured in a thrilling overtime victory against host nation Switzerland.

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It was great to see how Finland lived and breathed it. And how many people came to congratulate us, and the genuine joy and happiness of the people were visible.

Granlund expressed his deep appreciation for the overwhelming support and genuine joy shown by the Finnish public following the championship win. "It was great to see how Finland lived and breathed it," he said. "And how many people came to congratulate us, and the genuine joy and happiness of the people were visible."

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Right now, I'm going with this.

During the championship celebrations, some observers noted Granlund consuming non-alcoholic beer. When asked about a potential shift in his drinking habits, Granlund confirmed a preference for non-alcoholic options this summer. "Right now, I'm going with this," he stated with a smile, adding that life has been treating him well. "Yes. Everything has gone very well, and life is smiling."

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Yes. Everything has gone very well, and life is smiling.

Looking ahead, Granlund's NHL team, the Anaheim Ducks, had a promising season, reaching the playoffs for the first time in eight years. He acknowledged the team's potential and expressed hope for continued success. The team faces a significant development with Leo Carlsson's large contract offer, which the Ducks have the option to match. Granlund praised Carlsson as an "incredibly good player" and likely the team's best.

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He is an incredibly good player. Surely our best player.