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Jillian Dempsey Retires After 12 Seasons in Pro Hockey

Closing her career with the PHF all-time scoring record alongside three Isobel Cup titles, the 34-year-old forward ended her playing days in Boston.

Jillian Dempsey, Boston Fleet (Photo by Alex Wohl/The PWHL)
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Overview

  • Dempsey announced her retirement at age 34 on August 5 via Boston Fleet social channels, expressing gratitude for an “incredible journey.”
  • She appeared in nine games for the Fleet during the 2024–25 season, registering two assists after joining on a reserve contract.
  • Over her 12 pro seasons, Dempsey tallied 146 points in 142 PHF contests and added six points in 33 PWHL games.
  • As captain of the Boston Pride, she guided the team to Isobel Cup victories in 2016, 2021 and 2022 while setting multiple franchise records.
  • A Harvard standout and U.S. national team veteran, she competed at the 2011 Four Nations Cup and the 2012 IIHF World Championship.