verb (used with object), assimilated, assimilating. 1. to take in and incorporate as one's own; absorb: He assimilated many new experiences on his European trip. 2. to bring into conformity with the customs, attitudes, etc., of a group, nation, or the like; adapt or adjust: to assimilate the new immigrants.
25 years ago Mats Sundin was taken first overall at the NHL draft - and it changed the game forever. News. 25 years ago Mats Sundin was taken first overall at the NHL draft - and it changed the game forever. Mats Sundin broke a barrier to become the first European drafted No. 1 overall. The game changed forever that day. By Uffe Bodin. The year 1989 was one of great historical significance.
1 Nils Johansson (cyclist) (1920â1999), Swedish cyclist. 2  Nils Johansson (ice hockey) (1905â1936), Swedish ice hockey player. 3  Nils Johansson (ice hockey b. 1938), Swedish ice hockey player. 4  Nils Johansson (politician) (1864â1941), Swedish politician.  Nils-Eric Johansson (born 1980), Swedish football player.