Derek Dorsett's Career Over

[StreetHawk]

Sounds like out forever. He’s ready to move on. That sure escalated fast.

Pretty serious surgery he had. Was in that Halo with screws to the head.

Glad he got it checked out before it got worse. He should be proud that he made an amazing comeback, even for just 20 games.

Health is more important than hockey. He'll be on ltir until his contract expires next season.

 

[Grub]

Wow sad to hear.

 

[KingsHockey24]

This thread deserves more attention. Guy was having a career year.

 

[Cyclones Rock]

Such a shame. When I started going to Jackets games in 2011, Dorsett was one of the few bright spots on the team. His hustle, hitting and fighting were great to watch. He was a serious pest who wasn't a bad skater and had more than a smidgeon of offensive talent.

It sounds like he had no real option but to retire. Best of wishes to him in his future endeavors.

 

[Lunatik]

I was never fan, but I wouldn't wish that on anyone. Hopefully he can live a healthy life and enjoy his family

 

[TMLeafer]

I appreciate that he's thinking long-term and about his family. Good luck.

 

[MetalheadPenguinsFan]

Shame

 

[Jumptheshark]

Canucks' Derek Dorsett forced to retire from hockey

 

[member 105785]

Canucks confirm Dorsett will not return to active roster

poor guy, was having an insane season, career over due to herniated disc, had 7 goals this season in only 20 games

 

[izzy]

that sucks

he was killing it this season as well

 

[McSpecial DraiBlend]

They sending him to the AHL then?
Guy can actually play IMO. Not just a tough guy.

 

[TheMule93]

Thanks for letting us know

 

[CpatainCanuck]

They sending him to the AHL then?
Guy can actually play IMO. Not just a tough guy.

No, sounds like his career is over due to injury.

It's rather sad. He had a monster start to the season too, his best of his career.

 

[hellstick]

You hate seeing injuries end careers. Dorsett had cervical fusion surgery to repair his neck a year ago, and it was believed to be career threatening then. He came back, put up solid numbers, and promptly re-injured it. He's done.

 

[PunkRockLocke]

They sending him to the AHL then?
Guy can actually play IMO. Not just a tough guy.

Retiring due to injury.
He was much more than a tough guy. This sucks

 

[member 105785]

They sending him to the AHL then?
Guy can actually play IMO. Not just a tough guy.

No his career is over due to a herniated disc in his neck ongoing from an injury last year.

 

[Regal]

Disappointing end I'm sure, but carved out a much better career than was ever expected of him. I guess in some ways it sucks to spend all that rehab to come back for so short, but at least he went out on a good run

 

[member 105785]

had 7 goals this season, was much more than just a goon

 

[cbj21]

That sucks. Best wishes on your new adventures Dorsy!

 

[McSpecial DraiBlend]

Exactly. Guy was a good player and is the type of guy locker rooms need IMO. Like a Matt Hendricks.
This is b

had 7 goals this season, was much more than just a goon

ad news. He is the type of guy you could see in a coaching role one would think.

 

[yangmang]

had 7 goals this season, was much more than just a goon

this was the only season he scored many goals

 

[member 105785]

this was the only season he scored many goals

goons play 4th line minutes and only fight, Dorsett was a hockey player

 

[DudeWhereIsMakar]

I personally never liked him as a player, so this is hard for me to appreciate.

 

[yangmang]

goons play 4th line minutes and only fight, Dorsett was a hockey player

he was hated by many players and fans thats for sure

 

[Chairman Maouth]

he was hated by many players and fans thats for sure

Doug McLean drafted him in Columbus. He said that whenever Dorsett's name was mentioned around the league to anyone involved with the NHL it was instant respect. I'm trying to find the podcast but it might not be up yet. That was said this morning.