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NEWARK, NJ - APRIL 9: Patrik Elias #26 of the New Jersey Devils warms up prior to taking on the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Prudential Center on April 9, 2016 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images)
NEWARK, NJ - APRIL 9: Patrik Elias #26 of the New Jersey Devils warms up prior to taking on the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Prudential Center on April 9, 2016 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images)Adam Hunger/Getty Images

Patrik Elias Retires from NHL After 19 Seasons

Mike ChiariMar 31, 2017

Longtime New Jersey Devils forward Patrik Elias announced Friday he will retire after 19ย NHL seasons.

The Czech Republic native made it official with the following video, courtesy of the team's Twitter account:

The 40-year-old spent his entire NHL career with the Devils.

Elias hasn't played this season, but he will suit up for the Devils during the pregame skate prior to New Jersey's home finale against the New York Islanders on April 8, perย Andrew Grossย ofย The Record.

According to NHL.com'sย Dan Rosen, the Devils will retireย Elias' No. 26 jersey next season.

During his lengthy and successful career, Elias appeared in 1,240 regular-season games, registering 408 goals and 617 assists.

He is the all-time franchise leader in most major offensive categories.ย Eliasย competed in four NHL All-Star Games and won a pair of Stanley Cups.

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