Sharks’ Marleau officially announces retirement from NHL - Sportsnet.ca

After 23 seasons, Patrick Marleau announced his retirement yesterday from the NHL. The decision caps a career that saw the native of Swift Current, Sask., register 638 goals, 686 assists, for 1,324 points in 1,974 overall games.

SAN JOSE, Calif. For 23 seasons, Patrick Marleau woke up each day preparing to play hockey and that helped him eventually break Gordie Howe's record for most games played in the NHL. After a difficu… [+3625 chars]

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