Former San Jose Sharks Defenseman Retires After 12 Seasons

TRENDINGUS Open live updatesNFL Week 1 injury trackerTua ruled out for openerHR that saved a life on 9/1149ers roll past RamsStory byStory byFormer San Jose Sharks Defenseman Retires After 12 SeasonsWilliam EspyFri, September 11, 2026 at 11:02 PM UTC·1 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesVeteran NHL Defenseman John Klingberg Announces RetirementAfter 12 seasons in the NHL split across six different franchise, defenseman John Klingberg has officially announced his retirement from hockey.The Hockey NewsFormer Top Stars Defenseman John Klingberg RetiresA former Dallas Stars defenseman is retiring after 700 games played in the NHL. Defenseman John Klingberg decided to hang up his skates on Friday.In Dallas, Klingberg scored the third-most points by a defenseman in team history, with 374 in 552 regular-season games. He scored 40 or more points in his first five seasons with […] The post Former Top Stars Defenseman John Klingberg Retires appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYFormer Oilers' Defenseman Announces Retirement And New Role With SVTAfter three hip surgeries and 700 NHL games, John Klingberg trades his skates for a microphone, joining SVT as an analyst following a storied offensive career.The Hockey News - Edmonton OilersAdvertisementAdvertisementTwo-time Stanley Cup finalist, 13-year NHL veteran announces sudden retirementAfter 13 seasons in the league, he has laced up his skates for the final time.The Big LeadFormer Maple Leafs Defenseman John Klingberg Announces RetirementFormer Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman John Klingberg announced his retirement from professional hockey at 34 years old.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsFormer Toronto Maple Leafs D-Man Suddenly Retires After 12 NHL SeasonsA former Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman is hanging up the skates after not signing with another team in NHL free agency.Former Maple Leafs defenseman John Klingberg has announced his retirement from professional hockey. The news was announced through a post on the NHLPA’s official X account.“John Klingberg is officially announcing his retirement from professional hockey […] The post Former Toronto Maple Leafs D-Man Suddenly Retires After 12 NHL Seasons appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY3 burning Sharks questions entering 2026-27 NHL seasonThe San Jose Sharks missed the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs . However, it was far from a poor season for San Jose. Macklin Celebrini emerged as one of the best players in the world in 2026-27. And he nearly single-handedly carried this team into the playoffs. In the end, San Jose didn’t have enough to qualify. Still, it’s clear this team is better now […] The post 3 burning Sharks questions entering 2026-27 NHL season appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsFormer Stars Defenseman Headlines U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2026Ryan Suter joins the Kessel siblings and T.J. Oshie in a star-studded class, honoring a legendary 20-year career defined by elite durability and Olympic silver medal success.The Hockey News - Dallas StarsFormer Sharks Prospect Re-Signs in ECHLFormer San Jose Sharks prospect Nolan Burke, who they acquired from the Nashville Predators in the same trade that brought Yaroslav Askarov to the Bay Area, has earned a contract extension in the ECHL.The Hockey News - San Jose SharksFormer Golden Knights Goaltender Gets One More Chance To Revive NHL CareerAfter a difficult season in Vegas and a year away from the NHL, the former Golden Knights goaltender is getting another opportunity to prove he still belongs at hockey’s highest level.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsFormer Minnesota Wild Defenseman Headlines 2026 USA Hockey Hall Of Fame ClassFormer Minnesota Wild defenseman Ryan Suter headlines the 2026 USA Hockey Hall of Fame class, which also features Phil Kessel, Amanda Kessel, T.J. Oshie, and Stan Wong.The Hockey News - Minnesota WildFormer Sharks Prospect Signs in Russia, Immediately LoanedEarlier this week, the Kontinental Hockey League announced that former San Jose Sharks prospect Artem Guryev has signed a contract with CSKA Moscow, ending his time in North America. In a subsequent move, the 23-year-old defenseman was moved on loan to HK Sochi for the 2026-27 season.The Hockey News - San Jose SharksKings winger Kevin Fiala undergoes follow-up surgery for broken leg sustained during OlympicsLos Angeles Kings forward Kevin Fiala will miss the start of training camp after undergoing follow-up surgery for the broken leg he sustained during the Milan Cortina Olympics. Fiala missed the second half of the NHL season and the playoffs after he was hurt playing for Switzerland in a preliminary round game on February 13. Fiala had 18 goals and 22 assists in 56 games for the Kings last season.Associated PressFormer Wild Prospect Signs With SHL ClubAfter a productive AHL tenure and a brief NHL stint, offensive specialist Graeme Clarke heads overseas, bringing his scoring touch to Frölunda HC on a multi-year deal.The Hockey News - Minnesota WildToronto Maple Leafs Urged to Sign Former 52-Goal Scorer in Bold MoveAfter a terrible 2025-26 season, the Toronto Maple Leafs have brought in several new players this offseason. It is understandable, as Toronto was in need of a roster shake-up. Now, they are entering the season with the goal of bouncing back and getting back into the playoffs because of it. While the Maple Leafs have […] The post Toronto Maple Leafs Urged to Sign Former 52-Goal Scorer in Bold Move appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYFiala Sidelined to Start Camp After Undergoing Another Leg ProcedureComplications from a gruesome Olympic injury force the star winger back into recovery, leaving a significant void in the Kings’ lineup as training camp officially kicks off.The Hockey News - Los Angeles KingsChris Kreider Becomes Unrestricted Free Agent After Clearing WaiversFormer New York Rangers forward Chris Kreider was placed on waivers by the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday in an effort to clear salary space.The Hockey News - New York RangersWaiver news on veteran forward Chris Kreider todayHis short time with the Ducks is officially over.HockeyFeed