
Former Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews is expected to officially announce his retirement from the NHL on Friday, June 19.
The Winnipeg Jets will hold a media availability at 11 a.m. CT at the Jonathan Toews Sportsplex, where Toews will make the announcement after playing one season with his hometown team in 2025-26.
Toews, 38, spent 15 seasons with the Blackhawks (2007-2023), serving as captain from 2008 onward. He led Chicago to three Stanley Cup titles (2010, 2013, 2015), won the Conn Smythe Trophy in 2010, and earned the Selke Trophy in 2013. He also represented Canada internationally, winning two Olympic gold medals.
After dealing with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) that caused him to miss significant time and sit out an entire season in 2020-2021, Toews made a comeback with the Hawks and played with the team until the 2022-23 season. After sitting out 2023-24 and 2024-25, he made another comeback to play with his hometown team, the Jets, in 2025-26, playing all 82 games and posting solid numbers while excelling in the faceoff circle.
Toews retires as one of the most respected leaders and two-way forwards of his generation. A Blackhawks legend and future Hall of Famer, his number is expected to be retired by the organization in the near future.
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