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Ryan Callahan Diagnosed with Degenerative Back Disease; Told to End NHL Career

Tampa Bay Lightning winger Ryan Callahan could be forced to retire due to a back issue.

Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois told reporters that doctors have recommended Callahan end his NHL career after being diagnosed with a degenerative back disease.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.