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Jordan Oesterle (/ˈoʊstərli/ OH-stər-lee; born June 25, 1992) is an American professional ice hockey defenseman for the Milwaukee Admirals in the American Hockey League (AHL) while under contract to the Nashville Predators of the National Hockey League (NHL).
Key Information
Early life
[edit]Oesterle was born on June 25, 1992, in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, U.S.[1] He attended Divine Child High School located in Dearborn, Michigan in 2010.
Playing career
[edit]Collegiate
[edit]Undrafted, Oesterle played collegiate hockey with the Western Michigan Broncos of the NCAA National Collegiate Hockey Conference Conference, from 2010 to 2014. On March 31, 2014, Oesterle signed a two-year entry-level contract with the Edmonton Oilers.[2]
Professional
[edit]Edmonton Oilers
[edit]In his rookie professional season in 2014–15 season, Oesterle was initially re-assigned to AHL affiliate, the Oklahoma City Barons. He compiled 21 points in 49 games with the Barons before he received his first NHL recall on February 20, 2015. The following day he made his NHL debut with the Oilers in a game against the Anaheim Ducks.[3][4]
Chicago Blackhawks
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On July 1, 2017, having left the Oilers as a free agent, Oesterle agreed to a two-year contract with the Chicago Blackhawks.[5] He endured a slow start to the season, playing in only four of the teams' first 29 games, before joining the lineup more permanently on December 10.[6] Upon making his debut, Oesterle played on the left hand side with Connor Murphy on the right.[7] As the season progressed, he played alongside veteran Duncan Keith which he said improved his confidence.[6] On December 29, 2017, Oesterle scored his first career NHL goal against Cam Talbot of his former team, the Edmonton Oilers.[8] As he remained on the Blackhawks roster for the entirety of the season, Oesterle established himself in a third-pairing role and recorded five goals and 10 assists over 55 games.[6]
Arizona Coyotes
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On July 12, 2018, Oesterle was traded by the Blackhawks to the Arizona Coyotes along with the contract of Marián Hossa, Vinnie Hinostroza and a 2019 third-round pick, in exchange for Marcus Krüger, Jordan Maletta, Andrew Campbell, prospect MacKenzie Entwistle, and a 2019 fifth-round draft pick. This trade cleared up $8.5 million cap space for the Blackhawks.[9] While playing with the Coyotes during the 2018–19 season, Oesterle alternated playing alongside Oliver Ekman-Larsson on the first blue-line pair and Ilya Lyubushkin or Jakob Chychrun on the third pair.[10] In these roles, he registered a career-best six goals and 14 assists before being signed to a two-year contract through the 2020–21 season.[11] By March, Oesterle was playing 19 minutes a night as the Coyotes fought for the second wild card spot in the Western Conference.[10]
On October 19, 2019, Oesterle was placed on the Coyotes' long term injured reserve following an injury during a game against the Nashville Predators.[12] He eventually re-entered the Coyotes lineup on November 9, after missing 10 games to recover.[13]
Detroit Red Wings
[edit]On July 28, 2021, Oesterle signed a two-year $2.7 million contract with the Detroit Red Wings.[14]
Calgary Flames
[edit]On July 2, 2023, Oesterle signed as a free agent to a one-year, $925,000 contract with the Calgary Flames.[15] While in Calgary, Oesterle has been assigned and recalled to and from the Calgary Wranglers of the American Hockey League.
Boston Bruins
[edit]After a lone season with the Flames, Oesterle continued his journeyman career in signing a two-year, two-way contract with the Boston Bruins on July 1, 2024.[16]
Nashville Predators
[edit]On March 5, 2025, Oesterle was waived by the Bruins, and was subsequently claimed by the Nashville Predators the following day.[17]
International play
[edit]| Medal record | ||
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Representing  United States
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| Ice hockey | ||
| World Championships | ||
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2018 Denmark | |
Following his breakout season with the Blackhawks in 2017-18, Oesterle was added to the United States roster to make his international debut at the 2018 IIHF World Championship in Denmark.[18] Oesterle was the United States extra defenseman at the tournament and only appeared in one game, garnering one assist, in helping claim the bronze medal.
Career statistics
[edit]Regular season and playoffs
[edit]| Regular season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | League | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | ||
| 2008–09 | Belle Tire 16U AAA | T1EHL | 31 | 5 | 15 | 20 | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2009–10 | Belle Tire 18U AAA | T1EHL | 47 | 5 | 25 | 30 | 42 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2010–11 | Sioux Falls Stampede | USHL | 54 | 2 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 0 | ||
| 2011–12 | Western Michigan University | CCHA | 41 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2012–13 | Western Michigan University | CCHA | 38 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 14 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2013–14 | Western Michigan University | NCHC | 34 | 2 | 15 | 17 | 27 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2013–14 | Oklahoma City Barons | AHL | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2014–15 | Oklahoma City Barons | AHL | 65 | 8 | 17 | 25 | 8 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 8 | ||
| 2014–15 | Edmonton Oilers | NHL | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2015–16 | Bakersfield Condors | AHL | 44 | 4 | 21 | 25 | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2015–16 | Edmonton Oilers | NHL | 17 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2016–17 | Bakersfield Condors | AHL | 44 | 7 | 25 | 32 | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2016–17 | Edmonton Oilers | NHL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2017–18 | Chicago Blackhawks | NHL | 55 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2018–19 | Arizona Coyotes | NHL | 71 | 6 | 14 | 20 | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2019–20 | Arizona Coyotes | NHL | 58 | 3 | 10 | 13 | 14 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | ||
| 2020–21 | Arizona Coyotes | NHL | 43 | 1 | 10 | 11 | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2021–22 | Detroit Red Wings | NHL | 45 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2022–23 | Detroit Red Wings | NHL | 52 | 2 | 9 | 11 | 19 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2023–24 | Calgary Flames | NHL | 22 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2023–24 | Calgary Wranglers | AHL | 30 | 2 | 17 | 19 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | ||
| 2024–25 | Providence Bruins | AHL | 9 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2024–25 | Boston Bruins | NHL | 22 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2024–25 | Nashville Predators | NHL | 15 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| NHL totals | 408 | 23 | 73 | 96 | 75 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | ||||
International
[edit]| Year | Team | Event | Result | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | United States | WC | 
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Senior totals | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | ||||
References
[edit]- ^ "Jordan Oesterle". Elite Prospects. Retrieved September 12, 2021.
- ^ "Oilers agree to terms with Jordan Oesterle". Edmonton Oilers. March 31, 2014. Retrieved March 31, 2014.
- ^ "Oesterle makes impressive debut with Oilers". Edmonton Journal. February 21, 2015. Archived from the original on February 26, 2015. Retrieved February 21, 2015.
- ^ "Oilers rookie Oesterle makes a good impression". Edmonton Sun. February 21, 2015. Retrieved February 21, 2015.
- ^ "Chicago Blackhawks sign Jordan Oesterle to two-year deal". Sportsnet. July 1, 2017. Retrieved September 12, 2021.
- ^ a b c Verdi, Bob (January 17, 2018). "Verdict: Offensively-minded Oesterle's time has come". National Hockey League. Retrieved September 12, 2021.
- ^ Hine, Chris (October 24, 2017). "Jordan Oesterle gaining traction in Blackhawks lineup". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved September 12, 2021.
- ^ Gazzola, Paul (December 29, 2017). "GAME STORY: Blackhawks 4, Oilers 3 (OT)". National Hockey League. Retrieved September 12, 2021.
- ^ "Blackhawks trade Hossa's contract to Coyotes in package deal". tsn.ca. July 12, 2018. Retrieved July 12, 2018.
- ^ a b Matheson, Jeff (March 16, 2019). "Blue-liner Oesterle blossoms in the desert". Edmonton Journal. Retrieved September 12, 2021.
- ^ "Coyotes Sign Oesterle to Two-Year Contract Extension Through 2020-21". National Hockey League. February 20, 2019. Retrieved September 12, 2021.
- ^ "Arizona Coyotes call up defenseman Aaron Ness, Oesterle to IR". Arizona Sports. October 19, 2019. Retrieved September 12, 2021.
- ^ Robinson, Alan (November 9, 2019). "Wild at Coyotes preview". National Hockey League. Retrieved September 12, 2021.
- ^ "Red Wings sign defenseman Jordan Oesterle to two-year deal". MLive. July 28, 2021. Retrieved September 12, 2021.
- ^ "Calgary Flames sign defenceman Jordan Oesterle to one-year contract". Sportsnet.ca. July 2, 2023. Retrieved July 2, 2023.
- ^ "Bruins announce July 1 transactions". Boston Bruins. July 1, 2024. Retrieved July 1, 2024.
- ^ "Predators claim Vrana; two others claimed". TSN.ca. March 6, 2025.
- ^ "Team USA name roster for 2018 World Championships". USA Hockey. April 29, 2018. Retrieved April 29, 2018.
External links
[edit]- Biographical information and career statistics from NHL.com, or Eliteprospects.com, or Hockey-Reference.com, or The Internet Hockey Database
Jordan Oesterle
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Early life
Childhood and family background
Jordan Oesterle was born on June 25, 1992, in Dearborn Heights, Michigan.[2] Oesterle was introduced to skating at the age of three by his father, having been inspired by his older cousins who played the sport. He quickly developed a passion for hockey, which became a central focus amid other childhood activities like soccer, baseball, basketball, and football.[4] Oesterle grew up in a close-knit family, with strong ties extending to his grandparents and beyond. His grandfather, Don Andrysiak, has 23 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, and the extended family maintains deep connections. A cherished family moment occurred in January 2024, when Oesterle arranged for his 87-year-old grandfather to join the Calgary Flames' Fathers/Mentors trip, allowing Andrysiak to experience an NHL morning skate in Las Vegas.[5] The family faced a significant challenge in 2020 when Oesterle's sister, Nicole, was diagnosed with breast cancer while he was participating in the NHL playoff bubble in Edmonton. She underwent surgery and appeared initially cancer-free, but the disease later spread to her spine, requiring ongoing chemotherapy and monitoring as of 2021.[6]High school hockey
Jordan Oesterle attended Divine Child High School in Dearborn, Michigan, where he developed his early competitive hockey skills as part of the school's varsity program.[7] Oesterle graduated from Divine Child High School in 2010, maintaining a strong academic record with a 3.63 GPA while majoring in university curriculum.[8]Collegiate career
Western Michigan Broncos
Oesterle joined the Western Michigan University Broncos men's ice hockey program in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) as a defenseman, competing in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) for his first two seasons before the program's transition to the National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC) in 2013–14. He arrived after a junior hockey stint with the Sioux Falls Stampede in the United States Hockey League (USHL).[3] In his freshman season of 2011–12, Oesterle appeared in all 41 games, registering 2 goals and 6 assists for 8 points while accumulating 8 penalty minutes. During his freshman year, Oesterle contributed to the Broncos' CCHA Tournament championship victory.[8][1] His sophomore year in 2012–13 saw him play 38 games, contributing 3 goals and 6 assists for 9 points and a team-leading +7 plus/minus rating with 14 penalty minutes.[8] Oesterle progressed to a more prominent offensive role during his junior campaign in 2013–14, where he skated in 34 games and recorded 2 goals along with a career-high 15 assists for 17 points, alongside 27 penalty minutes; he was honored as NCHC Defenseman of the Week on November 4 after a multi-point performance. He was also named to the Great Lakes Invitational All-Tournament Team following the Broncos' tournament victory.[3][8][9] Over his three collegiate seasons, Oesterle totaled 113 games played, 7 goals, 27 assists, 34 points, +11 plus/minus, and 49 penalty minutes. The following table summarizes his per-season statistics:| Season | GP | G | A | Pts | +/- | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–12 | 41 | 2 | 6 | 8 | +2 | 8 |
| 2012–13 | 38 | 3 | 6 | 9 | +7 | 14 |
| 2013–14 | 34 | 2 | 15 | 17 | +2 | 27 |
| Total | 113 | 7 | 27 | 34 | +11 | 49 |
Professional career
Edmonton Oilers
Following his collegiate career at Western Michigan University, Oesterle signed a two-year entry-level contract with the Edmonton Oilers on March 31, 2014.[1] He was immediately assigned to the Oilers' American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Oklahoma City Barons, for the remainder of the 2013–14 season, where he recorded 1 point in 4 games.[2] In the 2014–15 season, Oesterle established himself in the AHL with the Barons, appearing in 65 regular-season games and tallying 8 goals and 17 assists for 25 points.[2] He received his first NHL recall on February 20, 2015, and made his debut the following day against the Anaheim Ducks, logging 16:34 of ice time in a 2–1 loss.[1] Over the balance of the season, Oesterle played 6 NHL games with the Oilers, recording 1 assist while posting a minus-4 plus/minus rating.[12] Oesterle's development continued in 2015–16, split between the AHL's Bakersfield Condors—Edmonton's new affiliate—and the NHL club. With the Condors, he skated in 44 regular-season games, contributing 4 goals and 21 assists for 25 points, along with a plus-1 rating.[2] In the NHL, Oesterle appeared in 17 games for Edmonton, notching 5 assists and maintaining a plus-1 rating, primarily serving in a depth defensive role.[12] During the 2016–17 season, Oesterle spent the majority of his time with the Condors, where he had a breakout AHL campaign with 7 goals and 25 assists for 32 points in 44 games, earning a plus-3 rating.[2] He was recalled briefly to the Oilers, playing 2 NHL games without recording a point.[12] Upon the expiration of his entry-level deal, Oesterle became an unrestricted free agent and signed a two-year contract with the Chicago Blackhawks on July 1, 2017.[1]Chicago Blackhawks
Jordan Oesterle signed a two-year, entry-level contract with the Chicago Blackhawks as an unrestricted free agent on July 1, 2017, after spending the previous three seasons in the Edmonton Oilers organization.[1] The deal carried an average annual value of $650,000 and provided Oesterle with an opportunity to secure a more consistent role in the NHL following limited appearances with Edmonton.[13] In the 2017–18 season, Oesterle established himself as a reliable depth defenseman for the Blackhawks, appearing in 55 NHL games and recording 5 goals, 10 assists, and 15 points while posting a minus-11 rating.[12] His offensive contributions marked a breakout performance compared to his prior NHL experience, including his first career goal on December 29, 2017, against the Edmonton Oilers.[1] Oesterle often paired with veteran Duncan Keith, averaging a career-high 20:31 of ice time per game and contributing to the team's penalty kill unit, where he helped limit opponents' scoring chances through solid defensive positioning.[12][14] Oesterle's tenure with Chicago concluded on July 12, 2018, when he was traded to the Arizona Coyotes as part of a multi-player deal that also involved forward Vinnie Hinostroza and the contract rights to Marian Hossa, in exchange for forward Marcus Kruger, defenseman Andrew Campbell, and a conditional fifth-round pick in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft.Arizona Coyotes
Oesterle was acquired by the Arizona Coyotes from the Chicago Blackhawks on July 12, 2018, in a trade that also involved forward Vinnie Hinostroza and a conditional fifth-round pick in the 2019 NHL Draft in exchange for the contract of forward Marian Hossa.[15] In his first season with the team, 2018–19, Oesterle established himself as a reliable top-six defenseman, appearing in a career-high 71 regular-season games while recording six goals and 14 assists for 20 points.[1] He often paired with star defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson, contributing to Arizona's improved defensive structure that helped the team secure a playoff spot for the first time since 2012. Although the Coyotes were eliminated in five games by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round, Oesterle did not dress for any playoff contests.[16] On February 20, 2019, midway through his debut campaign, Oesterle signed a two-year contract extension with Arizona worth $2.8 million, carrying an average annual value of $1.4 million and securing his services through the 2020–21 season.[17] The following year, 2019–20, was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which shortened the regular season to 70 games per team; Oesterle played in 58 of them, tallying three goals and 10 assists for 13 points while logging significant minutes on the second pairing. In the expanded playoffs held in the Toronto bubble, he featured in all eight qualifying-round games against the Dallas Stars, where Arizona advanced as the top Western Conference wild card, notching one goal and three assists. Oesterle appeared in one game of the first round against the Colorado Avalanche before the Coyotes' elimination.[18] The 2020–21 season, also shortened to 56 games due to ongoing pandemic disruptions, saw Oesterle continue as a steady presence on the blue line, suiting up for 43 contests with one goal and 10 assists for 11 points. His tenure with Arizona marked his most consistent NHL playing time to date, totaling 172 regular-season games over three years with nine goals and 34 assists, though the team missed the playoffs in his final season.[2] Oesterle became an unrestricted free agent after the campaign and departed the organization, signing a two-year deal with the Detroit Red Wings on July 28, 2021.[19]Detroit Red Wings
On July 28, 2021, Oesterle signed a two-year, $2.7 million contract as an unrestricted free agent with the Detroit Red Wings, marking a homecoming for the Dearborn Heights, Michigan native who grew up idolizing the team.[19][20] As a versatile left-shot defenseman capable of playing both sides of the blue line, Oesterle provided depth on the backend during Detroit's ongoing rebuild under general manager Steve Yzerman, contributing to a young roster focused on development and competitiveness.[21] In the 2021–22 season, Oesterle appeared in 45 games for the Red Wings, recording 2 goals and 6 assists for 8 points while averaging 18:17 of ice time per game, often logging minutes in all situations including penalty kill duties.[22] His steady presence helped stabilize the defense amid injuries and transitions, though the team finished with a 32-32-6-12 record and missed the playoffs for the sixth consecutive year.[23] Oesterle's role evolved in the 2022–23 season, where he suited up for 52 games, tallying 2 goals and 9 assists for 11 points with an average of 15:39 of ice time, including occasional power-play contributions.[22] Despite flashes of offensive upside, such as multi-point outings late in the year, he faced challenges with consistency and was occasionally a healthy scratch as the Red Wings prioritized younger blueliners in their rebuild efforts, ending the campaign at 35-37-10.[24][25] Following the expiration of his contract, Oesterle became an unrestricted free agent and signed a one-year deal with the Calgary Flames on July 2, 2023.[26]Calgary Flames
On July 2, 2023, Oesterle signed a one-year, one-way contract worth $925,000 with the Calgary Flames, bringing veteran depth to their defensive corps following his consistent top-six role with the Detroit Red Wings the prior season.[26] The deal positioned him as a seventh defenseman, expected to provide puck-moving support amid potential injuries on the blue line.[27] During the 2023–24 season, Oesterle appeared in 22 games for the Flames, recording no goals and two assists while averaging 13:31 of ice time per game in a depth role, often filling in due to injuries to key defenders like Nikita Zadorov and Noah Hanifin early in the year. He was assigned to the Flames' AHL affiliate, the Calgary Wranglers, on multiple occasions, including after clearing waivers on November 2, 2023, where he suited up for 30 regular-season games, tallying two goals and 17 assists for 19 points. In the Calder Cup Playoffs, Oesterle played six games for the Wranglers, contributing one assist as the team advanced to the conference finals.[28] A personal highlight came on January 13, 2024, during a Flames road trip in Arizona, when Oesterle's grandfather, Don Andrysiak, joined the team for a special visit, creating a memorable "once-in-a-lifetime" moment for the family.[5] Oesterle was not offered a contract extension by the Flames and became an unrestricted free agent on July 1, 2024, concluding his brief tenure with the organization.[29]Boston Bruins
On July 1, 2024, following his time with the Calgary Flames, Jordan Oesterle signed a two-year, two-way contract with the Boston Bruins worth $1.55 million, carrying an annual average value of $775,000. This deal positioned him as a depth option on the Bruins' blue line, providing veteran experience for both the NHL roster and the American Hockey League's Providence Bruins affiliate. During the 2024–25 season, Oesterle appeared in 22 games for the Bruins, primarily serving as a bottom-pairing defenseman.[12] He recorded 1 goal and 5 assists for 6 points, while accumulating 2 penalty minutes.[30] Averaging 17:36 of ice time per game, Oesterle contributed defensively with 20 hits, 37 blocked shots, and 20 shots on goal.[12] His steady play helped stabilize the third pairing amid injuries, though his offensive output remained limited in a sheltered role.[31] Oesterle's tenure with the Bruins ended on March 5, 2025, when he was placed on waivers.[30] He was claimed off waivers by the Nashville Predators the following day.[30]Nashville Predators
On March 6, 2025, the Nashville Predators claimed defenseman Jordan Oesterle off waivers from the Boston Bruins, adding veteran depth to their blue line late in the 2024–25 season.[30] Oesterle, who had appeared in 22 games for Boston that year, transitioned quickly to the Predators' roster amid their push for playoff contention.[32] In the remaining games of the 2024–25 season, Oesterle played 15 NHL contests with Nashville, contributing 3 goals and 1 assist while averaging 16:29 of ice time per game.[33] He did not record any points in the playoffs as the Predators were eliminated in the first round. Following the season, Oesterle was waived by Nashville on September 29, 2025, for the purpose of reassignment.[34] Oesterle cleared waivers and was assigned to the Predators' American Hockey League affiliate, the Milwaukee Admirals, where he began the 2025–26 season.[35] Under a two-way contract with Nashville carrying a cap hit of $775,000 through the 2025–26 campaign, Oesterle has provided veteran leadership in Milwaukee.[13] As of November 19, 2025, he has appeared in 12 AHL games for the Admirals, tallying 3 goals and 3 assists, with no NHL appearances this season.[36] Entering his Predators tenure, Oesterle had accumulated 408 career NHL games across multiple teams.[37]International career and honors
IIHF World Championship
Oesterle was selected to represent the United States at the 2018 IIHF World Championship, held in Copenhagen and Herning, Denmark.[38] This marked his sole senior international appearance, coming during his first full NHL season with the Chicago Blackhawks.[1][2] As part of Team USA, he appeared in four games, recording one assist.[39] The United States captured the bronze medal at the tournament.[40]Awards and achievements
Jordan Oesterle has not received any major individual awards during his National Hockey League (NHL) career, such as All-Star selections or trophies like the Norris or Masterton.[12] In the American Hockey League (AHL), Oesterle was added to the Pacific Division roster for the 2017 All-Star Game, where he participated in the skills competition representing the Bakersfield Condors.[41] At the collegiate level with Western Michigan University, Oesterle helped the Broncos secure the Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) championship in the 2011–12 season.[1] Oesterle's primary international honor came at the 2018 IIHF World Championship, where he served as an extra defenseman for Team USA and earned a bronze medal after the team defeated Canada 4–1 in the third-place game.[42][43]Career statistics
Regular season and playoffs
Oesterle has appeared in 408 National Hockey League (NHL) games over 11 seasons from 2014–15 to 2024–25, registering 23 goals, 73 assists, 96 points, a minus-59 plus/minus rating, and 75 penalty minutes.[3][12]| Season | Team | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–15 | EDM | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -4 | 0 |
| 2015–16 | EDM | 17 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016–17 | EDM | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1 | 0 |
| 2017–18 | CHI | 55 | 5 | 10 | 15 | -11 | 8 |
| 2018–19 | ARI | 71 | 6 | 14 | 20 | -3 | 12 |
| 2019–20 | ARI | 58 | 3 | 10 | 13 | -9 | 14 |
| 2020–21 | ARI | 43 | 1 | 10 | 11 | -10 | 10 |
| 2021–22 | DET | 45 | 2 | 6 | 8 | -7 | 4 |
| 2022–23 | DET | 52 | 2 | 9 | 11 | -9 | 19 |
| 2023–24 | CGY | 22 | 0 | 2 | 2 | -6 | 4 |
| 2024–25 | BOS | 22 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| 2024–25 | NSH | 15 | 3 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 2 |
| Career | 408 | 23 | 73 | 96 | -59 | 75 |
International
Oesterle's international career at the senior level consists of a single appearance for the United States national team.[2] At the 2018 IIHF World Championship, he played in one game, registering 0 goals, 1 assist, 1 point, and 0 penalty minutes.[2] The United States secured the bronze medal at the tournament.[42] Oesterle has not participated in any other senior or junior international tournaments, resulting in career totals of 1 game played, 0 goals, 1 assist, 1 point, and 0 penalty minutes.[2]| Year | Team | Event | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | USA | WC | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |