"Due to unresolved issues/symptoms from the concussion sustained last March, Rick Nash will be forced to retire from the game of hockey. Joe Resnick, Nash's agent, stated Thursday his client wouldn't be taking offers. As per Joe Resnick, agent for Rick Nash, Rick remains undecided on playing next season and will forego the July 1st signing period. Rick Nash has decided to retire at 34 after 15 seasons because of unresolved symptoms from a concussion he suffered in March. “I miss it; I love the game,” Nash told Aaron Portzline of The Athletic. Jan. 11 (UPI) — Former NHL forward and Columbus Blue Jackets great Rick Nash retired from the NHL on Friday after 15 seasons. Nash’s representatives from Top Shelf Hockey released a statement on his behalf. Nash's agent, Joe Resnick, revealed in a statement Friday that the 34-year-old left wing has decided to retire due to concussion-related symptoms.

Rick would like to thank everyone who has supported him during this difficult time period.” Under the advice of his medical team, the risk of further brain injury is far too great if Rick returns to play. The release cited Nash’s most recent concussion while playing for the Boston Bruins last March as the main reason for his retirement. *Mike Gartner is one of just 4 players to have a 69-point season while playing exactly 69 games. Rick Nash’s hockey career is unfortunately coming to an end and not on his own terms. Rick Nash, a 34-year-old left winger and one of the most prolific scorers in recent NHL history, has retired due to concussion-related symptoms, his agent announced Friday. Agent Joe Resnick announced Nash's retirement in … HC at Noon’s Doug MacLean and Brian Burke share some of their favourite Rick Nash stories and moments, after he officially announced his retirement from the NHL due to concussion concerns. Former Columbus Blue Jackets forward Rick Nash waits for the drop of the puck in the first period against the St. Louis Blues on January 3, 2009 at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. Dale Hunter will always have a soft spot in his heart for Rick Nash.The 15-year NHLer, who retired from hockey Friday because of unresolved … He could be any player you wanted him to be." After consulting with doctors following a concussion last season, former New York Rangers Rick Nash has retired from hockey, according to … Dale Hunter will always have a soft spot in his heart for Rick Nash. Rick Nash, a 34-year-old left winger and one of the most prolific scorers in recent NHL history, has retired due to concussion-related symptoms, his agent announced Friday.