Washington Capitals Forward TJ Oshie Retires After 16 NHL Seasons

T.J. Oshie, the Washington Capitals forward and 2018 Stanley Cup champion, has announced his retirement after 16 NHL seasons, concluding a distinguished career marked by 1,010 regular-season games and 695 points. Oshie missed the entire 2024-25 season due to a chronic back injury and had hoped for a recovery that ultimately did not materialize, leading to his decision to retire. He was celebrated for his career-high 33 goals in the 2016-17 season and his clutch performance in the 2014 Sochi Olympics, where he scored four shootout goals against Russia, earning the nickname 'T.J. Sochi.' Oshie expressed gratitude toward the Capitals, the St. Louis Blues, and his teammates during a ceremony in Washington, D.C., attended by fans, team officials, and former teammates. His final game was in April 2024, and he ended his career with significant contributions to both the Capitals and the Blues, including 29 goals during Washington's Stanley Cup run. Oshie's retirement marks the end of an era for a player admired both for his on-ice skills and his leadership throughout his career.