Isac Born Returns to Malmö Redhawks on Two-Year Deal: “Feels Great”

Forward Isac Born is set to return to Malmö Redhawks on a permanent basis after agreeing to a two-year contract with the SHL club. The 21-year-old Swedish winger confirmed the move Tuesday, expressing excitement about coming back to a team where he previously enjoyed a successful loan spell.

“It feels super great to sign for Malmö. I was here during a period and really enjoyed it, so it feels awesome to come back,” Born said in a statement released by the club. “I gaze forward to taking steps as a player and person – and hopefully we can build on what was great as a team.”

Born, who turns 22 in July, had been on loan to Malmö Redhawks from Frölunda HC during the previous season. His performance during that stint left a positive impression on both the coaching staff and fans, ultimately leading to the permanent transfer agreement.

The contract, which runs through the 2027-2028 season, marks Born’s return to a familiar environment where he previously demonstrated his work ethic and skating ability. Malmö Redhawks sportchef Oscar Alsenfelt praised Born’s qualities, noting that the forward is “a player you always know what you get from” and that his “skating and work ethic make him a perfect fit for the SHL.”

Alsenfelt added that the club believes a change of environment will benefit Born’s development: “We believe that a change of scenery for him to Redhawks will open up even more growth and that we are heading toward a strong future.”

Despite his young age, Born has already accumulated four seasons of SHL experience. He joined Frölunda’s U16 team in the summer of 2018 and progressed through the club’s youth system before making his senior debut. Beyond his loan spell with Malmö Redhawks last season, Born appeared in 45 games in both regular season and playoff action for Frölunda.

The forward primarily plays as a left wing and is listed at 6 feet tall (184 cm) and 176 pounds (80 kg). He shoots left and is characterized by Malmö Redhawks as an energy forward with speedster and workhorse attributes.

Born’s return to Malmö comes after he spent the 2024-2025 season split between Frölunda and Malmö Redhawks. While his time with Frölunda was limited in terms of ice time, his loan period in Malmö provided him with more consistent opportunities to contribute.

The Malmö Redhawks announced the signing via their official website on Tuesday morning, confirming that the two-year agreement had been finalized. The club did not disclose financial terms of the contract.

As a product of the Swedish hockey development system, Born represents the type of homegrown talent that SHL clubs often seek to retain, and develop. His familiarity with both organizations should ease his transition back to Malmö Redhawks’ lineup.

The signing adds depth to Malmö Redhawks’ forward group as they prepare for the upcoming SHL season. Born’s reputation for hard work and reliable play aligns with the team’s organizational values under Alsenfelt’s leadership.

For Born, the move represents both a homecoming of sorts and an opportunity to establish himself as a regular contributor in the SHL at a relatively young age. His previous positive experience in Malmö appears to have been a significant factor in his decision to return permanently.

Malmö Redhawks will begin their SHL preseason preparations in the coming months, with the regular season scheduled to commence in September. Born is expected to report to training camp as part of the team’s roster for the 2025-2026 campaign.

Fans interested in following Born’s progress with Malmö Redhawks can monitor the club’s official channels for updates on training camp and preseason activities as the new season approaches.

The next confirmed checkpoint for Isac Born and Malmö Redhawks is the start of the SHL preseason training period, with specific dates to be announced by the club. Updates on roster preparations and scheduled exhibition games will be provided through official team communications as they grow available.

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