By Jonas SiegelWhile the Arizona Coyotes franchise epitomized volatility for years, Shane Doan was the one pillar of stability over more than two decades. Doan announced his retirement Wednesday morning, less than three months after the NHL club decided not to offer the 40-year-old a contract for the 2017-18 season. The Alberta native, who played his entire 21-season career with the Coyotes, is the franchise leader in games played, goals, assists, points, power-play goals and game-winning goals. He will be remembered as one of the greatest captains in NHL history,” the Coyotes said in a statement. “Off the ice, Shane was a great ambassador for growing the game of hockey in Arizona and his contributions to the community are immeasurable.
Source: National Post August 30, 2017 13:19 UTC