Historic NHL enforcer makes a saddened career announcement to the media
Donald Brashear Retires and Becomes a Coach
After a long career in professional hockey, Donald Brashear, who played with teams like the New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens and others, has retired at 52.
Here's a quick look at his career:
Brashear played in over 1,000 NHL games, scoring 85 goals and making 205 points.
After the NHL, he continued to play in Quebec's professional league, the LNAH.Brashear isn't leaving hockey altogether.
He's going to be a coach for a new team in the LNAH in Quebec City. He'll be an assistant coach, using his experience to help train players.
Brashear played 1,025 NHL games from 1993-2010, scoring 85 goals and 205 points with Montreal, Vancouver, Philadelphia, Washington, and New York (R).
Brashear was known for being tough on the ice, often fighting in games, even recently in the LNAH.
Fans who've watched him over the years will be keen to see how he uses his experience to shape new players.
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28 MAI | 171 ANSWERS Historic NHL enforcer makes a saddened career announcement to the media Have you ever witnessed a Brashear scrap in person? | ||
| Yes | 51 | 29.8 % |
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