This morning at a press conference inside the Olympia Club, Detroit Red Wing defenseman, Brian Rafalski announced his retirement.
Rafalski said the decision was made 2 months ago with his wife so that they can "serve their family and serve others." For the past season, Rafalski has had trouble with a sore back and knee. He is leaving the Red Wings with one year left on his contract worth $6 Million.
The Dearborn native played college hockey in Wisconsin. After he graduated, Rafalski started his professional career in Europe before heading into the NHL. The defenseman has won 3 Stanley Cups. (Two with New Jersey and one with Detroit.)
Rafalski's presence will be missed on the blue line. It will be interesting to see how Kenny Holland shapes the team for next season.
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