
Dan Cleary
46-Year-Old
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Calls it a career
Cleary announced his retirement Wednesday, TSN reports.
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Hailing from Newfoundland, Cleary enjoyed an illustrious NHL career with the bulk of his playing time spent in Detroit, winning the Stanley Cup with them in 2008. Cleary produced 165 goals and 222 assists in 938 career games, which also included time with the Blackhawks, Oilers, and Coyotes. The winger was adept in all three zones, and his relentless style of play fit perfectly with the blue-collar vibe of Motown. Despite signing a one-year deal with AHL Grand Rapids ahead of last season, he didn't end up reporting to the club, which seems rather unfortunate since they just claimed the 2017 Calder Cup.
Hailing from Newfoundland, Cleary enjoyed an illustrious NHL career with the bulk of his playing time spent in Detroit, winning the Stanley Cup with them in 2008. Cleary produced 165 goals and 222 assists in 938 career games, which also included time with the Blackhawks, Oilers, and Coyotes. The winger was adept in all three zones, and his relentless style of play fit perfectly with the blue-collar vibe of Motown. Despite signing a one-year deal with AHL Grand Rapids ahead of last season, he didn't end up reporting to the club, which seems rather unfortunate since they just claimed the 2017 Calder Cup.
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Cleary never really got going in 2013-14, scoring only eight points in 52 games. Coach Mike Babcock has stated he expects for a lot more from the veteran in the fall, as he was a non-factor even when he was getting major minutes. He has the potential for 30-40 points, but he needs to get his head back to where it was a few years ago.
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Will rejoin Griffins on one-year contract
Cleary signed a one-year deal with the Grand Rapids Griffins of the AHL on Friday, Pete Wallner of MLive.com reports.
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Signs PTO with Red Wings
Cleary will join the Red Wings on a professional tryout agreement (PTO), Ansar Khan of MLive.com reports.
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Cleary will not report to the minors, MLive.com reports.
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Clearly cleared waivers Thursday, Ansar Khan of MLive.com reports.
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Cleary was placed on waivers Wednesday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.
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