T.J. Oshie retires from NHL after 16 remarkable seasons
AP FILE - Washington Capitals right wing T.J. Oshie hoists the Stanley Cup after the Capitals defeated the Golden Knights 4-3 in Game 5 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Finals Thursday, June 7, 2018, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)
T.J. Oshie, one of the NHL's most dynamic and beloved forwards, has officially announced his retirement after a distinguished 16-season career. The 38-year-old leaves the game as a Stanley Cup champion, Olympic hero, and a role model both on and off the ice.
Oshie played 1,010 regular-season games, amassing 302 goals and 393 assists for a total of 695 points. He also contributed 69 points (34 goals, 35 assists) in 106 playoff games, highlighted by his instrumental role in the Washington Capitals' 2018 Stanley Cup victory—the franchise's first. Drafted 24th overall by the St. Louis Blues in 2005, Oshie spent seven seasons with the Blues before joining the Capitals in 2015, where he became a cornerstone of the team's leadership.
Oshie's international legacy was cemented at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics, where he scored four times in six shootout attempts against Russia, including the game-winner, earning him national acclaim. He also represented the United States at three IIHF World Championships and the 2006 World Junior Championship, winning bronze in 2013.
Beyond his on-ice achievements, Oshie is recognized for his charitable work, particularly in Alzheimer's awareness, honoring his late father, Tim Oshie. He has supported the Alzheimer's Association's The Longest Day Campaign and donates proceeds from his company, Warroad Hockey Co., to Alzheimer's research and youth hockey programs.
Oshie is one of just 404 NHL players to reach the 1,000-game milestone. He ranks third in NHL history for both shootout goals (49) and game-deciding shootout goals (21). In his retirement statement, Oshie thanked his teams, coaches, fans, and family, stating, 'Your energy and passion made every game memorable, and it was an honour to play in front of you.'Oshie will reside in McLean, Virginia, with his wife Lauren and their four children, leaving behind a legacy of excellence, leadership, and heart.
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