One of the classiest players that has laced up skates has a huge decision to make, and he’s going to take his time doing it.
Colorado Avalanche’s captain Joe Sakic, 38, has played his entire career with the same franchise (Quebec/Colorado), but now he’s trying to make the right decision. Will he come back to play next year, or will he call it a career and retire?
Sakic, who becomes an unrestricted free-agent on July 1, has been given time to reflect by the Avalanche organization. He has said himself that a decision will not be made by July 1.
But worry not Avalanche fans, it’s Denver or nothing! As his agent Don Baizley told TFP, “The only option he is considering is the Avalanche.” Signing with another team is not an option for Captain Joe.
General Manager Francois Giguere now has no choice but to wait for his captain’s decision. But he has more work to do. He is currently in negotiations with goaltender Jose Theodore, who came back last season from disappointing campaigns.
Also becoming unrestricted free-agents on July 1 are Peter Forsberg, Adam Foote, Andrew Brunette, John-Michael Liles, and more!
No doubt a busy summer for the Avalanche! But at least they are sure that they will not lose their captain to free agency.
Personally, I think Joe Sakic has more in him. I except to see him back on the ice with the Avalanche next season and giving it his all.
Can’t wait!
BREAKING NEWS
The Denver Post reports that talks between Jose Theodore and The Colorado Avalanche have broke down, and he will be testing the free agency market.
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2 months ago
Really hope Sakic comes back. He's always been one of my favourite players. He was one of the guys who really attracted me to hockey, way back when. It'll be a sad day when he hangs 'em up.
2 months ago
good article..i hope he comes back for one more year
about 1 month ago
Good article, Adam. I'll be happy regardless what Joe decides to do. Whether to play another season or retire. Will miss him just as much as I did Steve Yzerman. Both made me fans of them, for sticking with their teams through the good and bad times. Would hate to see, just how much money the two passed up staying in Denver and Detriot. Sure it was alot.
My favorite Sakic moment. Was in 2001 after winning the Stanley Cup. Joe passed up tradition and passed the Cup to Ray Bourque for the first skate.
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