Canucks Forward Peter Schaefer Announces His Retirement

Just three days after having his contract terminated by the Vancouver Canucks on November 26 for refusing to report to the minors, center Peter Schaefer has announced his retirement. In 16 games with the Canucks this season, he had one goal and one assist. He had been with the team at training camp this past fall on a tryout basis and was signed to a contract in early October. In 556 career NHL games with the Vancouver Canucks, Ottawa Senators, and Boston Bruins, he has 98 goals and 161 assists for 259 points. This really comes as no surprise, as Schaefer likely wouldn't have had too many teams calling for his services after being cut from the Canucks. Throughout his career, he had some skill as a penalty killer and some speed, making him an effective third liner at the height of his NHL career.