Maxim Lapierre retires from pro hockey
Maxim Lapierre, who played over 600 games in the NHL, has decided to hang up his skates. The 35-year-old has spent the last five seasons in Europe after leaving the NHL. However, on Sunday, his most recent team announced that he had told them he won't be returning as he is retiring.
Lapierre, who was a second round selection of the Montreal Canadiens back in 2003, was never known for his offensive prowess. He did, however, have a very successful career as a depth player and a pest. After several seasons with the Canadiens, Lapierre would also suit up for Anaheim, St. Louis, Vancouver and Pittsburgh before moving on to Lugano of the Swiss National League. Last season, he was a member of the Berlin Polar Bears of the Deutsche Eishockey Liga.
"It was a shock to us when Maxim came to us and informed us that he wanted to end his career immediately. Of course, we respect Maxim's decision, even if it will be very difficult to replace him. During that one year in Berlin he showed that he is a top player and leader, ”explains Eisbären sports director Stéphane Richer . “We would like to thank Maxim for everything he has done for the polar bears. We wish him and his family all the best for the future."
Lapierre has been a member of Team Canada for a Spengler Cup win, and also won the Calder Cup in the AHL as a member of the Hamilton Bulldogs. He finished his NHL career with 65 goals and 139 points in 614 games.
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JUNE 6, 2026
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