Eric Staal Retires as a Carolina Hurricane After 18 Seasons

Staal signs one-day contract with Carolina to conclude his storied NHL career, with his No. 12 jersey set to be retired.

Eric Staal played 1,000 games with the Hurricanes and won the Stanley Cup with them in 2006.
He holds several franchise records, including most goals, assists, and points since the team's relocation to Carolina.
Staal's career spanned 18 seasons, including stints with the Rangers, Wild, Sabres, Canadiens, and Panthers.
He was a six-time NHL All-Star and earned MVP honors in the 2008 All-Star Game.
Carolina will retire Staal's No. 12 jersey in the upcoming season.