After 24 seasons in the NHL, Zdeno Chara is retiring.
The big defenseman came to Boston as a free agent in 2006 after playing eight seasons with the New York Islanders and Ottawa Senators, and led the franchise to three Stanley Cup finals, including the 2011 championship run.
The former Bruins captain took to Instagram to announce his retirement.
Here’s a look at Chara’s NHL career.
June 22, 1996: Drafted by the New York Islanders
Selected in the third round, Chara is drafted 56th overall.
Nov. 19, 1997: Makes NHL debut against Detroit
Splits the 1997-98 season between the Islanders and their AHL affiliate in Kentucky.