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Joe Sakic Retires

Posted: Fri Jul 10, 2009 6:02 am
by Herb
http://avalanche.nhl.com/club/...|HomeColorado Avalanche captain Joe Sakic announced today that after 20 seasons and 1,378 games with the same organization, he has played his final game in the NHL.“After having the privilege of playing for 20 years, I’m leaving the game of hockey with nothing but great memories and a sense of accomplishment,” said Sakic. “The game has given me more than I ever dreamed of, and for that I am truly grateful.”Man, had I known you can retire at 40, I might have looked into a different career! Way to go Joe!Here's a shot of him as Team Canada Captain 2006

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Posted: Fri Jul 10, 2009 6:04 am
by Herb
And from his early years at Burnaby North Secondary Grade 9

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Posted: Fri Jul 10, 2009 6:05 am
by Herb
Then Grade 10He never made the Grade 11-12 photo shoots. I guess he was busy playing hockey!

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Posted: Fri Jul 10, 2009 6:49 am
by star_deceiver
A career well spent!

Re: (star_deceiver)

Posted: Fri Jul 10, 2009 11:35 am
by ArcsVibe
Classy guy he will be missed! Thanks for the greatness Joe! And that Olympic Gold medal

Posted: Fri Jul 10, 2009 11:35 am
by lovemyraffe
Great career.

Re: Joe Sakic Retires (Herb)

Posted: Fri Jul 10, 2009 3:31 pm
by Blanco_Diablo
I think I have his rookie card in a box somewhere...I need to find that!