Michael Hutchinson retires after 11 seasons in the NHL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 10:16 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Michael Hutchinson has announced his retirement from professional hockey following an 11-year career. The former Columbus Blue Jackets goalie confirmed the decision on July 29, 2026. Hutchinson played his final NHL season with the Blue Jackets in 2022-23, posting a record of 2-6-3, and spent the 2024-25 season with SaiPa in Finland's Liiga. Over his NHL career, he appeared in 154 games with various teams, achieving a 57-62-18 record and six shutouts.
- •Hutchinson's final NHL season was 2022-23 with the Columbus Blue Jackets.
- •He has a career NHL record of 57-62-18 through 154 games.
- •Before retiring, Hutchinson played in Finland's Liiga during the 2024-25 season.
- •He achieved a.903 save percentage and six shutouts in the NHL.
- 10:16 AMYahoo Sports — Former Blue Jackets Goalie Retires After 11-Year NHL Career
"This former Blue Jackets goalie is calling it a career.
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