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TJ Oshie stuns the world with heartbreaking news
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Last weekk, TJ Oshie hinted to fans that a major announcement was coming. After days of speculation about what it might be, we now have the answer.
Washington Capitals forward TJ Oshie has officially announced his retirement from professional hockey and the NHL.
After 1,019 regular season games and a Stanley Cup Championship to his resume, Washington Capitals legend TJ Oshie is officially calling it quits.
I think it's safe to say that TJ Oshie has always been one of the most beloved members of the Capitals core.
After missing the entire 2024-25 with lingering back issues, many fans have anticipated this announcement for quite some time.
While there were still whispers that Oshie might continue playing, injuries have ultimately taken their toll. He'll now turn his focus to opportunities off the ice.
Recently, Oshie appeared on the ESPN panel - a move that sparked even more retirement speculation.
During today's announcement, TJ Oshie was very emotional from the start. He took time to thank his friends and family for their support - and it's safe to say there wasn't a dry eye there
Oshie had 695 points (302 goals, 393 assists) in 1,010 NHL regular-season games with the St. Louis Blues and Washington, and 69 points (34 goals, 35 assists) in 106 Stanley Cup Playoff games. He scored at least 20 goals six times, including an NHL career-high 33 in 68 games in 2016-17, when he tied Alex Ovechkin for the Capitals lead.
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Congratulations to TJ Oshie on an incredible NHL career - he will be very missed.
More details to follow...
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