Red Wings Steve Yzerman retires

[Dr Mordrid]

http://www.detroitnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060703/UPDATE/607030386

After 22 remarkable seasons, including the last 19 as the longest-serving captain in NHL history, Steve Yzerman made it official Monday at Joe Louis Arena: He's retiring.

Yzerman, 41, has been an iconic star for the Red Wings franchise. He is second only to Mr. Hockey, Gordie Howe, on the club's all-time list in goals (692) and points (1,755) - totals that rank seventh-best among all NHL players. But more than that, Yzerman has built a legacy as a leader.

Dr. Mordrid

[Mehen]

Wow, and he was really improving in the second half of the season, I figured he would give it at least another year.

It will be a big hole to fill for Detroit, but hopefully with guys like Shannahan and Lidstrom it won't be too bad.