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Dallas Drake ended his 15th NHL season by hoisting the Stanley Cup for the first time, in what was apparently his final game. Drake, as expected, has told the Detroit Red Wings he is leaning toward retirement, general manager Ken Holland said.

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June 27, 2008  09:52 AM ET
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It's OK, Dallas! Sundin will take your place! Enjoy retirement! You've earned it!

June 27, 2008  10:01 AM ET
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What a great story for Drake to come back to Detroit and win the Cup. I'm not sure about Sundin, but the Wings have some good young players like Kopecky that can fill his role.

June 27, 2008  10:16 AM ET
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"I'm not sure about Sundin, but the Wings have some good young players like Kopecky that can fill his role."
Miguel#94 | 06/27/08, 10:01 AM


I meant Matts as a senior statesman. Now that Drake is retiring and it looks like Chelios won't be back, he'd be next in line for that role. And, yeah, Kopecky is capable!

June 27, 2008  12:12 PM ET
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Dallas is as tough as nails and a true warrior. He has earned his retirement, but the NHL needs more guys like this......

June 27, 2008  12:34 PM ET
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Just like Bettis, Elway, and Strahan. Go out on top. Can you pick a better way to retire?! Have a great one.

June 27, 2008  12:43 PM ET
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Dont let the door hit you in the a--ss!!

June 27, 2008  01:51 PM ET
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It's always good to retire on a good note. It takes guts to do so.
Enjoy, you've earned it!

June 27, 2008  02:48 PM ET
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What a way to go out, coming back to Detroit and winning it all. Unlike the Dominator, who stayed a little too long

June 27, 2008  03:50 PM ET
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Of all the Wings I was happiest to see him raise the Cup. Long hard road to get there Dallas...great job and good luck !!!

 
June 27, 2008  09:46 PM ET
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His timing is great, assuming he goes through with it. Assuming he goes, look for Aaron Downey to play more.

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