April 11, 2024 | 12:00pm ET
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SILFVERBERG TO RETIRE AFTER SEASON

Jakob Silfverberg, forward

Anaheim Ducks alternate captain Jakob Silfverberg announced today that he will retire from the NHL at the conclusion of the 2023-24 season. His last home game will take place tomorrow, Friday, April 12 when the Ducks host the Calgary Flames at Honda Center.

“It’s been an honor and privilege to play in the National Hockey League,” said Silfverberg. “I want to thank the Samueli family for being who they are, gracious, community-minded owners that support their team while making a significant impact in our community. Obviously I wouldn’t be where I am without my teammates, all the trainers and staff that have helped me along the way. Most importantly, thank you to my family who have supported me as I lived out a dream.”

“Thank you to the fans around the league, specifically in Anaheim and Ottawa. To spend 11 years in Orange County playing for the Ducks is something I will cherish every day, thanks in large part to all of you.”

Silfverberg, 33, has appeared in 817 career NHL games with Anaheim (2013-present) and Ottawa (2012-13), earning 168 goals and 205 assists for 373 points with a +5 rating.

“On behalf of the entire Ducks organization, congratulations to Jakob on an outstanding NHL career,” said Ducks GM Pat Verbeek. “He was the ultimate character player for the Ducks, Senators and his native Sweden, leading by example and always putting the team first. His contributions on the ice and in the Orange County community will have a lasting impact.”

Acquired from Ottawa with Stefan Noesen and a first-round selection in the 2014 NHL Draft for Bobby Ryan on July 5, 2013, Silfverberg set single-season career highs in points in 2016-17 (23-26=49), goals in 2018-19 (24) and assists in 2014-15 (26).