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Penguins depth defenseman finally hangs up the skates and calls it a career

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Chad Ruhwedel announced his retirement on Tuesday and will go down as a Stanley Cup champion and an absolute Penguins legend.

Mar 5, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Reilly Smith (19) celebrates his goal with defenseman Chad Ruhwedel (right) against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. The Penguins won 5-3. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

It was announced on Tuesday that former Penguins 7th defenseman Chad Ruhwedel was hanging up his skates and retiring from the NHL.