Former Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic has officially announced his retirement after a 17-year professional career. His wife, Brittany Lucic, posted an emotional tribute to celebrate his accomplishments after the news broke, expressing excitement for the family's next chapter.
Brittany Lucic Honors Milan's Legacy
Brittany Lucic celebrated Milan Lucic's Boston Bruins NHL legacy with touching messages and family memories from his career. She shared photos and videos of their three children cheering for their dad. In her message, Brittany congratulated Milan on an amazing career, noting that the family was lucky to share many special moments. She said retirement "looks good" for him and looked forward to creating new memories.
Lucic Announces Retirement on 38th Birthday
Milan Lucic announced his retirement from hockey on his 38th birthday. In a statement released through the NHL Players' Association, he expressed happiness at having lived out his dream of playing professional hockey. The 2011 Stanley Cup champion thanked the Boston Bruins organization for giving him his start in the league. He also expressed gratitude for his time with the Los Angeles Kings, Edmonton Oilers, and Calgary Flames, saying he will always remember the teammates and experiences with each franchise.
Career Highlights
Lucic was selected 50th overall in the 2006 NHL Draft and spent nine seasons with the Boston Bruins, returning to the franchise for his final NHL season in 2023-24. The veteran power forward ended his career with 233 goals, 353 assists, and 586 points in 1,177 games. His physical play, leadership, and championship success made him one of the most recognizable players of his generation.
As NHL news continues to pour in, fans around the hockey world have been saluting Milan Lucic for his long career and celebrating his impact on multiple organizations.
