Mats Simon Hjalmarsson is a Swedish professional ice hockey player. He is under contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets of the NHL. In the 2006?07 season, he played for the Fr�lunda HC in the J20 SuperElit league and Gislaveds SK in the Division I. He was among the very best players in the Swedish U20 league, scoring 54 points in 41 games. He was consequently selected by the St. Louis Blues, 39th overall, in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft. On June 4, 2014, Hjalmarsson signed a one year, two way contract with the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets. He was signed under the influence of General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen, who previously drafted Hjalmarrson whilst as a scout for the St. Louis Blues. 

February 1st, 1989 in Värnamo (Age 35)