Linus Arnesson (born September 21, 1994) is a Swedish professional ice hockey defenceman. He is currently playing with ÃÂrebro HK in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). Arnesson was selected by the Boston Bruins in the 2nd round (60th overall) of the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
Arnesson played in his native Sweden as a youth within DjurgÃÂ¥rdens IF organization. On June 1, 2014, Arnesson was signed by the Boston Bruins to a three-year entry-level contract.
After the conclusion of the 2014âÂÂ15 SHL season, Arnesson made his way over to America to join the Bruins AHL affiliate, the Providence Bruins.
Arnesson played two full seasons in the American Hockey League with Providence, however was unable to make an impact within the Bruins prospect ranks. At the conclusion of his entry-level deal, Arnesson as an impending restricted free agent, opted to return to continue his career in Sweden, in agreeing to an optional three-year deal with ÃÂrebro HK on June 1, 2017.
Arnesson played two seasons with ÃÂrebro HK, leaving as a free agent following the 2018âÂÂ19 season. He signed a two-year contract to remain in the SHL with Färjestad BK on April 24, 2019.
Arnesson played two seasons with his original club, DjurgÃÂ¥rdens IF, before signing a contract for a second stint with ÃÂrebro HK on 9 May 2023.