Multi-Time NHL Award Winner, Former Canadiens Goalie Announces Retirement

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TJ Tucker
July 18, 2025  (11:10)

Apr 13, 2023; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Jaroslav Halak (41) makes a save against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at Madison Square Garden.

Photo credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Goaltender Jaroslav Halak, who played just shy of 600 games in the NHL, has announced his retirement from the sport of hockey.

“Last year I completed summer training. I wanted to go on the ice in Boston, but when nothing came of it, I told myself it was pointless. After that I didn’t even try anymore. I’m officially ending my career. I would like to thank my family, friends, fans and especially my wife Petra, who has been by my side my entire career.”

The 40 year old is likely best known for his time with the Montreal Canadiens, where he carried the team to the Eastern Conference Final in 2008. He was then shipped to the St. Louis Blues after the Canadiens decided they were going with Carey Price as their number one netminder.

Halak won the William M. Jennings trophy twice in his career, for having the league’s lowest goals-against average.

Goaltender Jaroslav Halak Officially Announces the End of His Playing Career

“It’s been two years and I’ve come to terms with not reaching 300. Looking back on my career, it’s been a good one. It would have been nicer with 300 wins, but I’ll be happy with 295.”

All the best to Halak in his retirement. He will be remembered fondly by fans of several NHL teams.

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