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Jonathan Toews of the Chicago Blackhawks waves to the crowd following a game against the Philadelphia Flyers at United Center on April 13, 2023.
It took a lot for former Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews to muster a comeback attempt with his hometown Winnipeg Jets, and he was back in the National Hockey League for the first time in several seasons.
However, as it must for all players, it appears as though his professional playing career is coming to a close.
Former Chicago Blackhawks Captain Jonathan Toews Is Expected To Announce His Retirement From The NHL
According to multiple sources on X, formerly known as Twitter, Toews has called a press conference for Friday in Winnipeg, where he is expected to announce the end of his playing career.
The news was confirmed by David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, who wrote the following:
“Jonathan Toews is hanging up his skates,” he wrote on X. “The Winnipeg Jets have scheduled an 11am CT press conference for Friday (tomorrow), where Toews will announce his retirement. 3 Cups. 1,149 career games. 912 points. 2010 Conn Smythe winner. 2013 Selke winner. 2015 Messier Awards. Great career.”
Michael Whitaker Michael Whitaker is a sports journalist based in metro Detroit with nearly a full decade of experience with publications like Clutch Points and The Hockey News. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Eastern Michigan University. More about Michael Whitaker