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Ryan Getzlaf to Retire from NHL at End of Year; Played All 17 Seasons with Ducks

Anaheim Ducks veteran Ryan Getzlaf announced Tuesday he will retire at the end of the 2021-22 season.

Getzlaf spent his entire 17-year NHL career with the Ducks, captaining the team for the past 12 seasons.

"It's been an honor to play in the NHL and spend my entire professional career with one organization," Getzlaf said in a statement. "None of this would have been possible without my family, who offered unwavering love and support each step of the way. Thank you to our owners, Henry and Susan Samueli, for leading an organization committed to success on the ice, but more importantly, to making a positive impact in our community and to those in need.