Former NHL Forward Jesper Fast Announces Retirement After 11 Seasons

Jesper Fast, the Carolina Hurricanes forward and former New York Rangers player, has announced his retirement from the NHL after 11 seasons due to a neck injury that required surgery. Fast missed the entire 2024-25 season following the injury sustained in the final game of the 2023-24 season and was unable to return despite hopes of recovery. Over his career, Fast played 703 regular-season games, scoring 91 goals and 157 assists, and was known for his versatility and effective 200-foot game. Originally drafted by the Rangers in 2010, he signed with the Hurricanes in 2020 and was a key contributor to three Stanley Cup playoff teams with Carolina. In his retirement statement, Fast expressed gratitude to his teammates, coaches, organizations, and family for supporting his career and helping him live his dream. His early retirement marks a significant loss for the Hurricanes, who had expected him to remain a vital part of their lineup.