The 36-year-old goalie, who won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2013 and 2015, had taken an indefinite leave of absence from the New Jersey Devils for personal reasons on Friday after missing five consecutive practices during training camp.
"I have been fortunate to have had a long career playing professional hockey for a living," Crawford said. "I wanted to continue my career, but believe I've given all I can to the game of hockey, and I have decided that it is time to retire. I would like to thank the New Jersey Devils organization for understanding and supporting my decision. I would like to thank the Chicago Blackhawks organization for giving me the chance to live my childhood dream."
Crawford agreed to a two-year, $7.8 million contract with the Devils on Oct. 11 after spending 13 seasons with the Blackhawks from 2005-2020. He was 260-162-53 with a 2.45 goals-against average, .918 save percentage and 26 shutouts in 488 regular-season games, and ranks third on Chicago's all-time wins list.
He was 52-42 with a 2.38 GAA, .918 save percentage and five shutouts in 96 Stanley Cup Playoff games. Crawford's 52 playoff wins is a Blackhawks record.
"Corey has an unforgettable place within our organization, in our fans' hearts and in Chicago sports history," the Blackhawks said in a statement. "We congratulate Corey on a Hall of Fame-worthy playing career -- one we celebrate with him today as a member of the Blackhawks family forevermore.
"'Crow' is not only one of the greatest goaltenders in Chicago Blackhawks franchise history but was also a pillar in our local community throughout his entire career. ... he thrilled a generation of Blackhawks fans over the last decade-plus while bringing the city of Chicago two Stanley Cups. We wish him, his wife Kristy, and sons, Cooper and Camden, nothing but the best in this next chapter."
Blackhawks forward Patrick Kane, who played with Crawford for 13 seasons, said Crawford's contributions went well beyond stopping pucks.
"He was an unbelievable player and obviously a big part of our championships here, a big part of the organization for the past 10-15 years," Kane said Saturday. "He's great guy to be around, he always seemed to be in a good mood, always competed in practice. He helped me get better just in practice. Obviously, I still feel he's playing at a really high level, going back to last year in the playoffs. I guess just wish him all the best. Obviously, we'll have conversations and talk to him, but sometimes there are bigger things than hockey and wish him all the best in the future.
"He always had the attitude that he wanted to win another championship and felt he could do it here. You always appreciated his level of confidence and he wanted to play. He was a gamer, you know? We talk about his even-keel demeanor, but he got up for those big games and he shined in those big games as well."
Crawford, who missed 80 games during the previous two seasons because of concussions, was 16-20-3 with a 2.77 GAA, .917 save percentage and one shutout in 40 games (39 starts) last season.
"I am proud to have been part of winning two Stanley Cups in Chicago," Crawford said. "Thank you to all of my teammates and coaches throughout the years. Also, thank you to the fans who make this great game what it is. I am happy and excited to move on to the next chapter of my life with my family."
NHL.com Staff Writer Tracey Myers contributed to this report
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