Former Avalanche defenseman Tyson Barrie breaks silence with stunning message after announcing his retirement
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Former Colorado Avalanche defenseman Tyson Barrie has finally broken his silence announcing his retirement on Monday, sharing a heartfelt message and striking message that has already captured the attention of fans and analysts.
Barrie officially announced his retirement after 14 seasons in the NHL.
Tyson Barrie has a special message to fans.
Caleb Kerney from Heavy.com writes that originally selected 64th overall by the Colorado Avalanche in 2009, Barrie also played with the Edmonton Oilers, Nashville Predators, and Calgary Flames.
On August 25, he officially announced his retirement, but it wasn't until the following day that he shared his own personal message reflecting on what he called his "epic run."
Following his retirement announcement, Barrie posted a heartfelt, and humorous, message on his Instagram account on August 26.
«Well, for those who thought I retired two years ago, I don't blame you, but I am officially hanging them up,» Barrie's post began. «From wearing the green jacket in 2016 to leading the league in points and not recording a single Norris vote. It's been an epic run! I've made friends for life and had more laughs per minute than maybe anyone in league history. Unfortunately, that's a stat they don't track. Finished with over 100 goals, 500 points, and was minus a million. Couldn't get a save.
I'm so grateful for the life I've lived because of a game I fell in love with as a kid,» Barrie's post continued. «I've made memories and drank beers all over the world with my best friends - some I met at 5 years old, others in the last year. It's an incredible game filled with incredible people, and I couldn't be more proud to have been part of the hockey family the past 14 years.» -Barrie
I'm so grateful for the life I've lived because of a game I fell in love with as a kid,» Barrie's post continued. «I've made memories and drank beers all over the world with my best friends - some I met at 5 years old, others in the last year. It's an incredible game filled with incredible people, and I couldn't be more proud to have been part of the hockey family the past 14 years.» -Barrie
In his post, Barrie went on to express his gratitude to everyone close to him, including the fans, along at what may come in his life.
«I've made some beautiful plays and plenty of brutal ones too - probably more of the latter - but it's all part of the journey. 'High risk, high reward' always seemed to follow me, and it feels right to carry that into the next chapter. You can find me selling beer, dabbling in media, but most importantly being a present and loving father and husband.» -Barrie
As Barrie steps away from the game, his gratitude and reflections leave lasting impressions on fans and teammates alike, cementing his legacy both on and off the ice.
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