Former NHLer Daniel Winnik retires from pro hockey

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Julien Trekker
June 27, 2024 (1:06 PM)

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The former NHLer Daniel Winnik has officially retired from profesionnal hockey, according to a statement he posted on social media.

Winnick, 39, announced on X that he decided to retire from professional hockey.

The forward played 798 NHL games between 2007 and 2018 for the Arizona Coyotes, Colorado Avalanche, San Jose Sharks, Anaheim Ducks, Toronto Maple Leafs, Pittsburgh Penguins, Washington Capitals and Minnesota Wild.

He finished his career in Switzerland, where he played with the Geneve Sevrette for the last six years.

Winnick also played for Team Canada at the 2022 Olympic Games in Beijing.

"For the past 19 years, I have lived a dream, from signing my first contract with the Phoenix Coyotes to my last with Geneva Servette. Some experiences I thought would only remain dreams became reality: being coached by Wayne Gretzky, playing for my hometown team, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and representing Canada at the Olympic Games. I am grateful to all my teammates and coaches throughout my life for pushing me to be better.

I want to express my sincere gratitude to Geneva Servette, the fans, and the city for everything over the past six years. Helping to bring the city two championships will forever be my most cherished career memories. Geneva was the only place I truly called home, and it holds a special place in my heart. Merci pour tout."

We wish him the best in his retirement!