Ryan Reaves Officially Retires From NHL After 16 Seasons

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Veteran enforcer Ryan Reaves has officially retired from the NHL following a 16-year career spanning 962 regular-season games. Known for his physical play and fan-favorite personality, Reaves helped lead the Vegas Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final during their inaugural 2017-18 season. Post-retirement, Reaves plans to remain in Las Vegas while coaching his son's youth hockey team, exploring broadcasting and media ventures, and considering holding specialized fighting camps for NHL players.