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Marian Hossa Reportedly Could Retire over Equipment Allergy, out for Next Season


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Marian Hossa Reportedly Could Retire over Equipment Allergy, out for Next Season

Chicago Blackhawks veteran forward Marian Hossa's career may be in jeopardy due to an allergy to his equipment, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reported Wednesday.

Hossa has reportedly been on medication to neutralize the allergy, but doctors have long-term concerns about his health if he continues to take it, which could lead to his retirement.

The Blackhawks later confirmed Hossa will not play next season as he deals with the allergy. Hossa issued a statement in the team release which reads in part:

Chicago Blackhawks veteran forward Marian Hossa's career may be in jeopardy due to an allergy to his equipment, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reported Wednesday.

Hossa has reportedly been on medication to neutralize the allergy, but doctors have long-term concerns about his health if he continues to take it, which could lead to his retirement.

The Blackhawks later confirmed Hossa will not play next season as he deals with the allergy. Hossa issued a statement in the team release which reads in part:

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From Puck Daddy: 

Hossa has a hit of $5.275 million against the cap through 2021, thanks to the 12-year deal that started in 2009. Please note that his base salary dropped from $4 million last season to $1 million in 2017-18, and then it’s $1 million annually through the end of his contract, which is an amazing coincidence when said player suddenly steps away from hockey, isn’t it?

(deep, cynical sigh)

If Hossa had retired, the cap recapture penalty would be $3.675 million of dead space on the Blackhawks’ cap through 2020-21.

https://sports.yahoo.com/marian-hossa-sickening-blackhawks-salary-cap-escape-165030318.html

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