The Devils’ week of unusual circumstances continued Saturday when the team announced goaltender Corey Crawford is retiring. The decision came one day after the Devils announced he was taking an indefinite leave of absence.
Crawford, 36, signed as a free agent with the Devils in October. He spent 10 seasons with the Blackhawks, winning Stanley Cup championships in 2013 and 2015.
“I have been fortunate to have had a long career playing professional hockey for a living,” Crawford said in a statement. “I wanted to continue my career, but believe I’ve given all I can to the game of hockey, and I have decided that it is time to retire. I would like to thank the New Jersey Devils organization for understanding and supporting my decision. I would like to thank the Chicago Blackhawks organization for giving me the chance to live my childhood dream. I am proud to have been part of winning two Stanley Cups in Chicago. Thank you to all of my…
