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Ryan Reaves Retires After 16 Seasons
NHL enforcer Ryan Reaves ends 16-year career with retirement announcement.
In brief
NHL enforcer Ryan Reaves ends 16-year career with retirement announcement. Ryan Reaves retires after 16 NHL seasons, leaving legacy as a feared enforcer with 140 points and over 1,100 penalty minutes. Originally reported by New York Post.
Ryan Reaves Retires
Ryan Reaves announced his retirement from hockey after 16 seasons in the NHL, ending his career with a social media post.
“Today, I retire from the sport I’ve loved since I was 5 years old”
16 Seasons in NHL
Reaves played for the Wild, Blues, Penguins, Golden Knights, Rangers, Maple Leafs, and Sharks across 16 seasons.
Known Enforcer
Reaves earned a reputation as one of the NHL’s most feared enforcers, known for his fights and penalty minutes.
Rangers Fight History
Reaves fought Rangers enforcer Matt Rempe in November 2025, leaving Rempe with a broken thumb.
Rangers Fan Favorite
After joining the Rangers in 2021, Reaves became a fan favorite at Madison Square Garden with 81 games and 13 points.
Career Stats
Reaves finished his career with 66 goals, 140 points, and over 1,100 penalty minutes in 962 regular-season games.
At a glance
Ryan Reaves retires after 16 NHL seasons, leaving legacy as a feared enforcer with 140 points and over 1,100 penalty minutes.
