Toronto Maple Leafs striker Jason Spezza announced his retirement after 19 NHL seasons on Sunday.
The Leafs added to the news that Spezza would join his office with immediate effect as Special Assistant to General Manager Kyle Dubas.
“It’s hard to describe the positive and lasting impact Jason Spezza had on his three seasons with the Maple Leafs,” Dubas said in a press release.
“Jason’s passion for the game of hockey, his desire to continually push himself and his teammates to improve, as well as his ability to establish strong connections with all members of the organization, have been invaluable. Although today marks the end of his tenure as a player, it is a pleasure to have him in our main office to deliver everything he has to offer. “