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Jets' Grant Clitsome: Calls it a career
Clitsome (back) announced his retirement from hockey Wednesday, Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Sun reports.
Clitsome has undergone multiple surgeries on his back. His failing a pre-training camp physical prevented him from suiting up with the Jets in the 2015-16 season. Drafted by the Blue Jackets with a ninth-round pick in 2004, Clitsome was claimed off waivers by Winnipeg in 2012. The 31-year-old, lauded as a smooth skater, spent six years in the NHL, recording 71 points (15 goals, 56 assists) in 205 games.
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Jets' Clitsome Won't Play In 2015-16
Clitsome did not pass his physical and, as a result, will not play for the Jets this season, Ed Tait of the Winnipeg Free Press reports.It's an incredibly unfortunate turn of events for the 30-year-old defender, who has required season-ending back surgeries in each of the last two campaigns. This latest development in Clitsome's lengthy injury history leads one to wonder if the former ninth-round pick's career as an NHL defender has come to an end.... See More ... See Less -
Jets' Clitsome Likely Sidelined For Start Of Camp
Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff said Wednesday that Clitsome (back) is "probably not likely" to skate when training camp begins next week, Tim Campbell of the Winnipeg Free Press reports.Clitsome has required season-ending back surgeries in each of the last two campaigns, and is still recovering from his latest procedure. Since the 30-year-old last suited up for a game on Jan. 3, the Jets have bolstered their defense by moving Dustin Byfuglien back over from forward and by acquiring Tyler Myers. Those additions may make Clitsome at risk of losing a roster spot once he's healthy enough to play again, and it's uncertain when that time may come. The Jets will probably see how he progresses in the next couple of weeks before offering a timetable for his return.... See More ... See Less -
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Jets Re-Sign Defenseman Clitsome
Clitsome re-signed with the Jets on a three-year, $6.2 million deal Tuesday, the Winnipeg Sun reports.Clitsome proved to be a reliable cog of the Jets' defensive unit last season, accruing 16 points and a plus-10 rating in 44 games. The contract should only further solidify Clitsome's spot on the Jets' second defensive pairing.... See More ... See Less -
Jets Place Clitsome On IR
The Jets placed Clitsome (undisclosed) on injured reserve Monday.The Jets have yet to announce what is ailing Clitsome, but he will not open the year on the Jets' roster. Clitsome was added to IR retroactive to Sept. 26, so though it remains to be seen how long he will be out, he will be eligible to be activated as early as Thursday.... See More ... See Less -
Jets' Clitsome Doesn't Skate Thursday
Clitsome (lower body) did not skate Thursday, the Winnipeg Free Press reports.Clitsome's failure to return to practice Thursday suggests he won't play Friday against Los Angeles. He's on injured reserve and there's no clear timetable for when he might return.... See More ... See Less -
Jets' Clitsome Could Play Sunday
Coach Claude Noel said Clitsome (lower body) could be available Sunday, the Winnipeg Sun reports.Though he remains on injured reserve, Clitsome's injury is viewed as day-to-day and there's some growing optimism he'll be back in the fold in short order. Clitsome would likely need to practice Saturday and take part in morning skate Sunday to convince Noel he's ready for game action.... See More ... See Less
Player Bio
| HT/WT: 5-11, 215 lbs |
| Birthplace: Gloucester, Ontario, Canada |
| Age: 39 |
| School: Clarkson |
| Experience: 6 |