By: Mark Allred | Follow me on Twitter / X @BlackAndGold277
After a solid National Hockey League career spanning over 1,100 games and nearly two decades, former Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic has officially announced his retirement from professional hockey. The news was shared this morning via a post from the NHL Players’ Association (NHLPA) on Twitter/X, marking the end of an era for one of the league’s most physical and memorable power forwards.
Lucic, now 38, began his NHL journey with the Boston Bruins after being selected in the second round (50th Overall) in the 2006 NHL Draft. Over eight seasons in Boston, the 6′-3″, 231-pound left shooting forward became a fan favorite for his hard-nosed play, scoring touch, and leadership on and off the ice. He was a key piece of the Bruins’ 2011 Stanley Cup championship team, helping deliver Boston’s first title in nearly four decades.
Following his successful run in Boston, Lucic’s career saw him make stops with the Los Angeles Kings, Edmonton Oilers, and Calgary Flames. Known for his imposing presence, Lucic brought grit and experience to every lineup, carving out a reputation as one of the league’s fiercest power forwards.
Lucic returned to the Bruins for the 2023-24 season, appearing in four games before he and the organization mutually parted ways. He did not play in the 2024-25 NHL season as he entered the NHL’s Substance Abuse and Behavioral Health Program, focusing on his personal well-being.
Refusing to let his career end on a difficult note, Lucic signed a Professional Tryout Agreement with the American Hockey League’s Springfield Thunderbirds, where he played five games. He then took his talents overseas, joining the EIHL’s Fife Flyers in England. In 26 games with the Flyers, Lucic posted 5 goals and 7 assists for 12 points—his final professional statistics before today’s announcement.
Leave a Reply