NHL veteran Jakob Silfverberg officially calls it a career
Anaheim Ducks forward Jakob Silfverberg has announced his retirement from the NHL at age 33.
Silfverberg, known for his dedication, recorded 168 goals and 373 points in 817 NHL games.
Jakob Silfverberg announces that he's retiring from the NHL at the end of his season. Originally drafted by Ottawa, he spent the last 11 years with Anaheim.
Originally drafted by the Ottawa Senators, he expressed gratitude to the Ducks organization, teammates, and fans in a statement.
Ducks GM Pat Verbeek praised Silfverberg's character and contributions. Speculation suggests Silfverberg may return to his native Sweden to play for Brynas.
As seen on Hockeyfeed
Ducks veteran Jakob Silfverberg makes a very surprising announcement
| POLL |
Do you think Silfverberg had a good career? |
| Yes | 67 | 67.7 % |
| No | 32 | 32.3 % |
| List of polls |
|
8 minutes ago | By Austin Sabourin Don Sweeney just revealed the real reasoning behind Jim Montgomery's firing |
|
2 hours ago | By Joshua Deeds Boston Bruins new head coach Joe Sacco issued first statement with the team |
|
3 hours ago | By Joshua Deeds Jim Montgomery reportedly set to join Bruins rivals coaching staff after firing |
|
13 hours ago | By Austin Sabourin Boston Bruins Hit An All Time Low With Recent Ticket Prices At TD Garden |
|
14 hours ago | By Austin Sabourin Toronto Maple Leafs head coach has surprising response to Jim Montgomery's firing with the Bruins |
|
16 hours ago | By Austin Sabourin Boston Bruins management makes another surprising move as they assign forward to the AHL |
|
19 hours ago | By Austin Sabourin Bruins Captain Brad Marchand Broke The Silence On The Firing Of Ex-Head Coach Jim Montgomery |
|
22 hours ago | By Austin Sabourin Ex-Bruins Head Coach Jim Montgomery Reportedly Turned Down A Contract Extension From The Bruins |
Previously on Bruins Insider
