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Multi-Time NHL Award Winner, Former Canadiens Goalie Announces Retirement

Originally posted on House of Hockey | By TJ Tucker | Last updated Jul 18, 2025 10:44 AM ET

Goaltender Jaroslav Halak, who played just shy of 600 games in the NHL, has announced his retirement from the sport of hockey.

He hasn't played professional hockey in over two years, but Jaroslav Halak has now officially announced his retirement from hockey.

Halak told reporter Tomas Prokop in his home country of Slovakia that he's done between the pipes.

'Last year I completed summer training. I wanted to go on the ice in Boston, but when nothing came of it, I told myself it was pointless. After that I didn't even try anymore. I'm officially ending my career. I would like to thank my family, friends, fans and especially my wife Petra, who has been by my side my entire career.'

The 40 year old is likely best known for his time with the Montreal Canadiens, where he carried the team to the Eastern Conference Final in 2008. He was then shipped to the St. Louis Blues after the Canadiens decided they were going with Carey Price as their number one netminder.

Halak won the William M. Jennings trophy twice in his career, for having the league's lowest goals-against average.

Goaltender Jaroslav Halak Officially Announces the End of His Playing Career

Halak played 581 games in the NHL with the Canadiens, Blues, Washington Capitals, New York Islanders, Vancouver Canucks, Boston Bruins, and the New York Rangers. He said it would have been nice to make it to 300 wins mark.

'It's been two years and I've come to terms with not reaching 300. Looking back on my career, it's been a good one. It would have been nicer with 300 wins, but I'll be happy with 295.'

All the best to Halak in his retirement. He will be remembered fondly by fans of several NHL teams.

This article first appeared on House of Hockey and was syndicated with permission.

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