The 36-year-old goalie, who won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2013 and 2015, took an indefinite leave of absence from the New Jersey Devils on Friday for personal reasons after missing five consecutive practices during training camp.
“I have been fortunate to play professional hockey for a long time living,” Crawford said. “I wanted to continue my career, but I believe that I have completed the game of hockey, and I have decided that the time has come to retire. I want to understand and support my decision The New Jersey Devils would like to thank the organization. ” I would like to thank the Chicago Blackhawks organization for giving me the opportunity to live my childhood dream. “
Crawford agreed to a $ 7.8 million contract with the Devils on October 11 after spending 13 seasons with the 2005-2020 Blackhawks. He was 280–142–53 with an average of 2.85 goals. ९ and percentage percentage in season games with a percentage save and 26 shutdowns, and ranked third on Chicago’s all-time win list.
He was 52-for-42 with a 2.38 GAA, .918 save and five shutdowns in 96 Stanley Cup playoff games. Crawford’s 52 playoff wins are a Blackhawks record.
“Corey holds an unforgettable place within our organization, in the hearts of our fans, and in Chicago’s sporting history,” the Blackhawks said in a statement. “We congratulate Corey for a Hall of Fame-worthy sports career – one that we celebrate forever as a member of the Blackhawks family today.
“Crow ‘is not only one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the Chicago Blackhawks franchise, but was also a columnist in our local community throughout his career. … He thrilled a generation of Blackhawks fans for the past decade, While Chicago brought him the city of two Stanley Cups. We wish him, his wife Christie, and sons, Cooper and Camden, all the best in this next chapter. ”
Blackhawks ahead Patrick kane, Who played with Crawford for 13 seasons, said Crackford’s contribution goes beyond stopping the puck.
“He was an incredible player and obviously a big part of our championship, a big part of the organization for the last 10-15 years,” Kane said on Saturday. “He’s a great guy, he’s always around, he’s always in a good mood, always capable of practice. He just helped me practice. Obviously, I still think he’s really high. Playing at the level, going back to last year. In the playoffs. I think I wish him all the best. Obviously, we’ll chat and talk to him, but sometimes bigger things happen than hockey and in the future. Best wishes for him
“He always had the attitude that he wanted to win another championship and he felt he could do it here. You always appreciated his confidence level and he wanted to play. He was a gambler, you know? We Discusses him too. But he got up for those big games and he participated in those big games too. “
Crawford, who missed 80 matches due to an uproar during the past two seasons, was 16-20-3 with a 2. GAA, .917 save percentage and a shutout in 40 games (39 starts) last season. .
“I’m proud to be part of winning two Stanley Cups in Chicago,” Crawford said. “Thank you to all my teammates and coaches throughout the year. Also, thank you to the fans who made this great player. What is that. I am happy to move on to the next chapter of my life with my family and Excited. “
NHL.com staff writer Tracy Myers contributed to this report
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