Defenseman Andrew Ference, who won a Stanley Cup with the Boston Bruins in 2011, is retiring after a 16-year career.
"As I graduate from my time of playing in the NHL, I realize I have the problem of being unable to properly thank the hundreds of people who have helped me achieve my goal of playing in the best league in the world," Ference said in a statement. "No one gets here on their own, especially average sized guys with average skills. If you think you deserve a thank you from me, you probably do.