Three-Time Stanley Cup Champion Pat Maroon Announces Retirement

The 14-year NHL veteran will retire at the end of the 2024-25 season, citing family priorities and reflecting on a career defined by resilience and historic achievements.

Pat Maroon, known for his physical play and perseverance, announced his retirement in a pregame interview before the Blackhawks-Blues game in his hometown of St. Louis on March 22, 2025.
Maroon's career highlights include three consecutive Stanley Cup wins, one with the St. Louis Blues in 2019 and two with the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2020 and 2021, making him the fourth player in NHL history to achieve this feat with two teams.
The 36-year-old forward played 14 NHL seasons with eight teams, recording 320 points in 839 regular-season games and earning a reputation as a gritty and determined player.
During his final game in St. Louis, Maroon received a standing ovation from fans, was named the first star of the game, and participated in a fight, a nod to his signature physical style.
Maroon stated that his decision to retire was motivated by a desire to prioritize his family and begin a new chapter in life, with his final NHL game expected to take place on April 15, 2025, against the Ottawa Senators.