Originally posted on Pro Hockey Rumors | By Gavin Lee | Last updated 1/28/21
Veteran goaltender Jimmy Howard has officially hung up his pads, announcing his retirement on Instagram. The longtime Detroit Red Wings netminder released a statement, thanking his fans and teammates as he moves on to the next part of his adventure:
Becoming an NHL goalie was a childhood dream and after an incredible 14 years within the Red Wings organization, I’ve decided to say farewell to playing professional hockey and move on to the next chapter. It has been the honor of a lifetime to play and I’m forever thankful to the fans, everyone within the Red Wings organization, my teammates and my family for their ongoing support, loyalty and dedication. As I enter this new chapter in my life, I look forward to spending more time with my family, coaching my son’s hockey team and new opportunities the future will hold.