Blackhawks' Hossa says he is accomplished enjoying

Blackhawks' Hossa says he's done playing

Marian Hossa is ready to say goodbye to hockey, telling Slovakian media outlet Novy Cas, “I will not play hockey anymore,” in an interview published Saturday.

Mar 29, 2017; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Marcus Kruger (16) and left wing Ryan Hartman (C) congratulate right wing Marian Hossa (81) on his goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at the PPG PAINTS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Hossa has been battling a skin disorder and reaction to medications cost him the 2017-18 season for the Chicago Blackhawks. He has three years left on his current contract.

A 19-year NHL veteran, he has also played for the Ottawa Senators, Atlanta Thrashers, Pittsburgh Penguins and Detroit Red Wings and won three Stanley Cup championships in his time.

Hossa, 39, had a stellar career by any measure. He tallied 525 goals (35th all-time), 609 assists (82nd) and 1,134 points (54th) in 1,309 regular-season games (61st). He added 52 goals, 97 assists and 149 points in 205 playoff games.

Hossa has put his Chicago condominium up for sale and told the publication he would move back to Slovakia, although he would be interested in a job with the Blackhawks.

—Field Level Media

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May 27, 2018