Detroit — The thought did cross Bobby Ryan’s mind.
After Ryan underwent triceps surgery three weeks ago, and the unknown of what was going to happen afterward and how much it was going to take to return, the idea of retiring popped into his head.
But not anymore.
“There were a couple of days it was real hard when I knew I had to have surgery and how long it was going to be,” Ryan said. “I didn’t know if I had it in me. But they were waning moments and I’m glad they passed.