Max Pacioretty announced his retirement on Tuesday after a distinguished 17-year career in the National Hockey League and promptly accepted a new role in collegiate athletics.
The 36-year-old will join the University of Michigan as a special assistant to head coach Brandon Naurato.
“After 17 seasons in the NHL, I’m excited to begin this next chapter with Michigan Hockey,” Pacioretty said in a statement.
“I’m so thankful for the teammates, coaches and fans who have been a part of my journey. “Hockey has given me so much, and now I have the opportunity to help develop the next generation of players.