Corey Crawford won’t ever play for a crew rather then the Blackhawks in spite of everything.
The mythical goaltender introduced his retirement from the NHL on Saturday, 3 months after signing with the Devils and someday after the Devils disclosed Crawford had taken a private go away.
The 36-year-old goaltender finishes his occupation with 488 common season and 96 postseason appearances — all with the Hawks — and two Stanley Cup titles.
His .918 occupation save share ranks 14th in NHL historical past and he two times received (in 2013 and 2015) the William Jennings Trophy because the league’s perfect goalie.
“I have been fortunate to have had a long career playing professional hockey for a living,” Crawford stated in a remark. “I sought after to proceed my occupation, however imagine I’ve given all I will be able to to the sport of hockey, and I’ve made up our minds that it’s time to retire.
“I would like to thank the New Jersey Devils organization for understanding and supporting my decision. I would like to thank the Chicago Blackhawks organization for giving me the chance to live my childhood dream. I am proud to have been part of winning two Stanley Cups in Chicago. Thank you to all of my teammates and coaches throughout the years. Also, thank you to the fans who make this great game what it is. I am happy and excited to move on to the next chapter of my life with my family.”
The Hawks’ determination to not re-sign Crawford in October hit Crawford exhausting emotionally, however he however signed a two-year care for the Devils to proceed his occupation.
After reporting to coaching camp in New Jersey past due closing week, then again, Crawford overlooked 5 consecutive practices ahead of his go away used to be introduced.