A former Chicago Blackhawks defenseman is hanging up the skates, as Jordan Oesterle has retired from professional hockey. O2K Sports Management announced the news.
Oesterle’s retirement comes after he posted 14 goals, 32 assists, and 46 points in 69 AHL games for the Milwaukee Admirals last season. He also played one game for the Nashville Predators in 2025-26.
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Oesterle was a member of the Chicago Blackhawks for the 2017-18 season. In 55 games with the Original Six club during that campaign, he recorded five goals, 10 assists, 15 points, 62 hits, and 97 blocks. His time in Chicago ended when he was traded to the Arizona Coyotes in a multi-player deal during the 2018 NHL off-season.
Following his time with the Blackhawks, Oesterle had stints with the Coyotes, Detroit Red Wings, Calgary Flames, Boston Bruins, and Predators. In 409 career NHL games over 12 seasons, the 6-foot blueliner recorded 23 goals, 73 assists, and 96 points.
