Pittsburgh Penguins winger Pascal Dupuis has been forced to retire from the NHL because of health-related problems.
Dupuis made the announcement alongside Penguins management at a press conference on Tuesday, per the team's official website:
It was very difficult for me to make this decision to have to step away from the game. My wife and four children have always been my first priority, and playing with my condition has become a constant worry for all of us. I want to thank my teammates and the Penguins organization for their unwavering support during this difficult time.