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Jason Smith Retiring
by Paul on 09/02/09 at 07:39 AM ET
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from Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun,
Jason Smith is calling it a career.
The 35-year-old defenceman has called a news conference for 10 a.m. with team general manager Bryan Murray this morning at Scotiabank Place where he’s expected to announce his retirement after an NHL career that has spanned 17 years.
added 10:36am, from the Ottawa Senators,
“I have been fortunate to have played in the NHL for 16 years. I have played alongside many great teammates and for organizations that I was proud to have been a part of,” said Smith. “I would like to thank all of my teammates, owners, coaches, managers and staff that I have had the privilege of working with through the years and would like to recognize the fans for their tremendous support.
“It has been an honour and a privilege for me to have played in over 1,000 career National Hockey League games, and I would especially like to thank my wife, Wendy, my daughters, Britney and Jordan, my mother and father, my brother and sister, and my many loyal friends for their support through the ups and downs, and for always being there for me.”
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Smith should never be retiring as a Senator he should be retiring as Captain of the Oilers. Moreau is half the captain Smith was.
Posted by IceColdNews on 09/02/09 at 08:18 AM ET
Too bad to see him go. He’s a stand-up guy and a solid defenseman. Good luck to you Smith.
Posted by Matt Fry from Winnipeg on 09/02/09 at 10:18 AM ET
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too bad, he was a solid d-man. 1000+ games. I would rather have him that chelios any day.
Posted by drw on 09/02/09 at 08:07 AM ET