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An Nhl perspective He was forced to hang skates before he ever played for the team that drew him.
Chaz Lucius, four years ago, first -year, announced retirement on Tuesday because of Diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
Lucius drew Winnipeg Jets with 18th overall selection and played for his AHL branch.
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Winnipeg -ov Chaz Lucius puts pressure on the front during the third period against Ottawa on September 29, 2023. (Richard A. Whittaker/ICON SPORTSWIRE via Getty Images)
“I thought I was only unhappy. With this diagnosis of Eds, now I realize that my body cannot handle the physical nature of playing hockey,” Lucius said in a statement. “Given this condition, my history of injuries and the physical nature of hockey, medically advised me not to continue playing.”
Lucius said he had been dealing with joint injuries over the years and returned from them.
“I feel blessed that I have experienced everything he has given me a hockey over the years even though I have been demolished that I cannot continue to realize my dream of playing in the NHL,” he said.
Chaz Lucius in Minnesota was shown during the match against Michigan State, February 5, 2022. (Bailey Hillesheim/Icon SportSwire via Getty Images)
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“After many discussions and counseling with Chaz, his representatives and medical experts, Winnipeg Jets Hockey Club She fully supports her difficult decision to withdraw, “Jets said in a statement.” Chaz’s condition and fights Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, editor (s), have brought him at risk of injury if he continues to play at a professional level, so we understand his choice. We wish Chaz all the best in his efforts to be an advocate of those who deal with Eds and hope for a bright future before him. “
Lucius was a member of the National United States Development Program before playing at the University of Minnesota for the 2021-22 season. He competed in the 2023 World Juniors, where he and the United States won a bronze medal.
Chaz Lucius of Team USA was shown against Team Switzerland during IIHF World Junior Championships on December 29, 2022 in Moncton, Canada. (Dale Preston/Getty Images)
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During his stay in AHL, Lucius, the Center, played in only 54 games, recorded seven goals and 20 assists.
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