Carolina Hurricanes forward Jesper Fast is retiring after missing this season with a neck injury sustained in the 2023-24 regular-season finale.

Fast, 33, announced his decision Monday.

"I never took for granted the privilege of playing in the best league in the world," Fast said in a statement issued by the team.

"I am grateful for all of the teammates, coaches, staff and fans from the Rangers and Hurricanes who made my time in the NHL so special, and for my family for everything they did to help me achieve and live my dream. I'd also like to thank Nassjo HC and HV71, organizations that played a vital role in my development into an NHL player."

Fast hadn't played since April 2024 when Blue Jackets defenseman Erik Gudbranson cross-checked him from behind into the boards. Carolina

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