One shocking news spread trough NHL today. The unstoppable force of Vancouver Canucks, the Sedin brothers, decided to retire after this season.
After 18 memorable years, the twin brothers are going to check out. In the written statement which was published earlier this day on the official website of the Vancouver Canucks, Henrik and Daniel said that they made this decision after consultation with their families.
“We started the year with the mindset that a decision would be made in the postseason. But it became clear, after discussions with our families throughout the year, that this will be our last season. This feels right for all of us.”
Also, they emphasized that 18 years spent with this franchize, were the best ones in their lives.
“Being part of the Canucks family for 18 seasons has been the best period of our lives. ”
Both brothers came to Canucks in 1999. At that time, general manager of the franchize, Brian Burke made a stunning maneuver in order the get these two players together. He traded the No.1 overall pick to Atlanta Thrashers, in order to receive the second pick. Already having number three in the draft, he paired twin brothers and the new era in Vancouver started.
Unfortunately, they never won the Stanley trophy, despite having a chance in 2010/11 season. Boston Bruins were better in the Finals, after a spectacular seven-game series.
Their career in the national team of Sweden had more success, as they won the World Cup in 2013 and golden Olympic medal in 2006.
