Oscar Möller announces retirement, reflects on a remarkable career

In his letter, Möller reflected on the challenges he faced, particularly his struggle with mental health, and expressed gratitude to those who supported him during the difficult period. “It’s been a year and a half since I last played, and I just want to take a moment to say a few things,” he wrote. He offered special thanks to his teammates, highlighting Jimmie Ericsson and Joakim Lindström, who were instrumental in helping him through tough times. He also credited the unwavering support of his family, especially his wife Charlotte and their four children.

Möller’s career is marked by significant achievements, most notably his contribution to Skellefteå AIK’s back-to-back Swedish Championship (SM) titles in 2013 and 2014. He played a key role as a skilled and hard-working forward, accumulating 425 points (220 goals, 205 assists) over 555 games in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). His impact extended beyond statistics; Möller was a leader on and off the ice, ultimately wearing the captain’s "C" for the last four seasons of his career.

Born in Stockholm in 1989, Möller’s journey in hockey began with Spånga IS and Djurgården, but his talent quickly brought him to North America, where he played in the WHL for the Chilliwack Bruins. Drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in the second round of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft, he made his NHL debut in 2008 and scored his first goal against the Colorado Avalanche. He also spent time in the KHL with Ak Bars Kazan and represented Sweden in international tournaments, winning bronze in the 2014 World Championships and silver medals in the World Junior Championships in 2008 and 2009.

Möller at the 2015 World Championship

Despite his international stints, it was in Skellefteå where Möller truly cemented his legacy. His dedication to the club and its supporters was evident in his letter, where he paid tribute to North Power, the loyal fan group of Skellefteå AIK: “You always gave me that extra push.”

Möller’s influence on the team and the sport will be long remembered. Skellefteå AIK has hinted that they may retire his iconic number 45 jersey, a fitting tribute to one of the club’s greatest players. “You’ve immortalized number 45 and left a permanent mark in our history,” the club said in a statement.

As Möller turns the page on his playing career, he looks forward to a new chapter, spending more time with his family and occasionally stepping back onto the ice to coach his eldest son’s hockey team. In his parting message, he offered advice to the next generation of athletes: “Don’t be too hard on yourselves. Have fun and do your best.”

Oscar Möller’s retirement marks the end of an era, but his legacy will live on, both in Skellefteå AIK’s history books and in the hearts of the fans who cheered him on through every goal, assist, and victory.

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