Jonathan Toews retires after 16 seasons with Blackhawks and Jets
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 4:27 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Jonathan Toews, a three-time Stanley Cup winner, announced his retirement on June 15 after a 16-year NHL career. Toews, who played 15 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks and one season with the Winnipeg Jets, cited health concerns related to chronic inflammatory response syndrome and long COVID as factors in his decision. He expressed gratitude for his career, during which he scored 383 goals and earned accolades including four All-Star selections and the Conn Smythe Trophy. Toews was the third overall pick in the 2006 NHL Draft and also represented Canada internationally, winning multiple gold medals. His retirement marks the end of a significant chapter in his career, leaving behind a legacy as one of the game's top players.
- •Toews announced retirement on June 15, 2026.
- •Played 15 seasons with Chicago Blackhawks and one with Winnipeg Jets.
- •Led Blackhawks to three Stanley Cups and earned numerous awards.
- •Faced health issues including chronic inflammatory response syndrome and long COVID.
- •Scored 383 goals with 912 points in 1,149 regular-season games.
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- 4:27 PMYahoo Sports — Jonathan Toews, 3-time Stanley Cup winner, retires after 16 NHL seasons
- 4:25 PMNHL News — Toews retires after 16 seasons, won Stanley Cup 3 times with Blackhawks - NHL.com
- 4:11 PMYahoo Sports — Jonathan Toews retires after three Stanley Cup titles, comeback season
"CHICAGO — Jonathan Toews, who captained the Chicago Blackhawks to three Stanley Cup championships in six years, is retiring from the NHL after 16 seasons, leaving a legacy as one of the organization’s all-time greats. Toews, 38, announced his decision at a news conference Friday in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where he played his final season in 2025-26 with his hometown Jets. “It’s a privilege to be ...
"Jonathan Toews, a three-time Stanley Cup champion and a two-time Olympic gold medallist with Canada, announced his retirement from the NHL on Friday."I have to say I'm satisfied, I'm fulfilled," Toews said in announcing his retirement in Winnipeg on Friday.
"Jonathan Toews, a 3-time Stanley Cup champion with the Blackhawks and 2-time Olympic gold medalist with Canada, announced his retirement on Friday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 8:20 PMJonathan Toews retires after iconic NHL career that included 3 Stanley Cups as Blackhawks captain
CHICAGO — Jonathan Toews, who captained the Chicago Blackhawks to three Stanley Cup championships in six years, is retiring from the NHL after 16 seasons, leaving a legacy as one of the organization’s all-time greats. Toews, 38, announced his decision at a news conference Friday in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where he played his final season in 2025-26 with his hometown Jets. “It’s a privilege to be ...
- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 7:00 PMThree-time Stanley Cup champion Toews retires
Jonathan Toews, a three-time Stanley Cup champion and a two-time Olympic gold medallist with Canada, announced his retirement from the NHL on Friday."I have to say I'm satisfied, I'm fulfilled," Toews said in announcing his retirement in Winnipeg on Friday.
- ESPNJun 19, 2026, 6:11 PMToews, Stanley Cup and Olympic champ, retires
Jonathan Toews, a 3-time Stanley Cup champion with the Blackhawks and 2-time Olympic gold medalist with Canada, announced his retirement on Friday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 5:15 PM3-time Stanley Cup winner Jonathan Toews announces his retirement
The 38-year-old is ending a decorated career that included three Stanley Cups and two Olympic gold medals.
- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 4:27 PMJonathan Toews, 3-time Stanley Cup winner, retires after 16 NHL seasons
Toews captained the Blackhawks to three Stanley Cups and helped Canada win two Olympic golds.
- NHL NewsJun 19, 2026, 4:25 PMToews retires after 16 seasons, won Stanley Cup 3 times with Blackhawks - NHL.com
38-year-old forward had 912 points with Chicago, Winnipeg; was named among 100 Greatest NHL Players
- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 4:11 PMJonathan Toews retires after three Stanley Cup titles, comeback season
Three-time Stanley Cup winner Jonathan Toews announced this retirement after a comeback season with the Jets.
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