Episode
Toews Retires After 16 NHL Seasons
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- Jun 19, 2026
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- 117
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Summary
Jonathan Toews, Winnipeg’s own hockey legend, has officially retired after a 16-year NHL career, stepping away at 38 to prioritize his health after battling long COVID and chronic inflammation. His emotional farewell came back home at the Toews Sports Complex, where he returned to play for the Winnipeg Jets — the team he grew up idolizing — after a brief hiatus. A cornerstone of the Chicago Blackhawks for 15 seasons, Toews captained them to three Stanley Cups and earned the Conn Smythe Trophy, while also claiming the Selke Trophy and being named one of the 100 greatest NHL players. With two Olympic golds and multiple world championships, Toews capped his final season with 11 goals and 18 assists, earning a Bill Masterton nomination for perseverance. Though he still feels the drive to play, the physical toll has led him to close this chapter — ready to rest, reflect, and celebrate a career that redefined excellence. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/87cdfe6726efb252