After Patrice Bergeron, it’s David Krejci’s turn to retire.
Less than a month after Bergeron’s announcement, the 37-year-old veteran confirmed he was hanging up his skates on Monday morning, in a statement shared by the Boston Bruins.
“After 15 full seasons in the NHL, I have decided to retire from the best league in the world,” Krejci said in a lengthy message.
“When I was drafted in 2004, I had no idea I was going to work with such incredible and passionate people who were going to lead us to three Stanley Cup finals, and a triumph in 2011,” s’ recalled Krejci, thanking Cam Neely and the Jacobs family.
A statement from David Krejci. pic.twitter.com/tVWAMsWAr8
—Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins)
August 14, 2023
Drafted in the second round by the Bruins, Krejci played his entire NHL career in the yellow, white and black uniform. After leaving for one season in 2021-22 to play in the Czech Republic, Krejci returned to the NHL last season with the Bruins.
His return will have been beneficial since he contributed to the best season in NHL history for a team. He had 16 goals and 56 points in 70 games, but the Bruins were finally stopped in the first round of the playoffs.
“I’ve made some fantastic friendships through the organization. You have always been there for me when I needed something and I will always be there for you. ”
“To my teammates – I’ve been lucky to be on so many great teams and to play with such great players. We meet as co-workers, but then you become friends and I’m so proud to have met some of my closest friends over the years. It is the most beautiful aspect of the sport. ”
With a long career of 1032 games in the Bettman circuit, Krejci finished his career with 231 goals and 555 assists for a total of 786 points.
“To the Bruins fans and the City of Boston – THANK YOU. You have always treated me with respect and I will be eternally grateful. I will miss playing in front of you, but I am and always will be a Bruin,” Krejci finished in a lengthy post.
