Axel Sandin-Pellikka (born 11 March 2005) is a Swedish professional ice hockey player who is a defenceman for the Detroit Red Wings of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was drafted 17th overall by the Red Wings in the 2023 NHL entry draft.
Sandin-Pellikka played as a youth within SkellefteÃÂ¥ AIK organization and made his professional debut in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) during the 2022âÂÂ23 season.
In the 2023âÂÂ24 season, Sandin-Pellikka played his first full season in the SHL with SkellefteÃÂ¥ AIK, recording 10 goals and 18 points from the blueline in 39 games. His 10 goals were the most of any under-19 skater and he was named the recipient of the Salming Trophy as the best Swedish-born defenseman in the SHL. Sandin-Pellikka helped SkellefteÃÂ¥ AIK claim the Le Mat Trophy in winning the SHL championship, tallying 7 points in 14 playoff games.
On 6 May 2024, Sandin-Pellikka was signed to a three-year, entry-level contract with the Detroit Red Wings.
On 17 October 2025, Sandin-Pellikka scored his first NHL career goal for the Detroit Red Wings. in a game against the Tampa Bay Lighting.
Sandin-Pellikka represented Sweden at the 2024 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships and won a silver medal.
Sandin-Pellikka is of Finnish descent through his father. The surname Pellikka is of Karelian origin.