A long-time NHL veteran is set to finally have his jersey retired following an announcement.
Yesterday it was announced that the Carolina Hurricanes signed their long-time captain Eric Staal to a 1-day contract so that he could retire a Carolina Hurricane.
The Hurricanes also announced that the organization will not only be signing him so he can retire a member of the Hurricanes, but they will also be retiring his number 12 as well.
BREAKING: Eric Staal has signed a one-day contract to retire with the Hurricanes, who will retire his #12 sweater at a later date this season
Staal played a big part in helping the Carolina Hurricanes win their first Stanley Cup in franchise history in 2006, and will be honoured by the team by retiring a member of the Canes and also having his jersey retired.
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