Former NHL defenceman Alex Biega announces his retirement
After 243 career games across parts of eight seasons in the National Hockey League, defenceman Alex Biega has announced his retirement.
"My dream was to play in the NHL and I accomplished that dream. It was an honor and privilege to step on the ice every time I had the opportunity to do so. The last 12 years have been nothing short of incredible and I never took a single moment for granted." Biega said in a lengthy Instagram post on Monday.
Later in the post he added, "I will miss a lot from this chapter, but I'm excited to start writing this next one."
Later in the post he added, "I will miss a lot from this chapter, but I'm excited to start writing this next one."
The 34-year-old was drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the fifth round in 2006, but never appeared in a game for them. Biega spent the majority of his professional career in the AHL playing for the Portland Pirates, Rochester Americans, Utica Comets, Toronto Marlies and Milwaukee Admirals.
During his time in the NHL, he suited up for Vancouver, Detroit and Toronto, putting up 42 points (four goals, 38 assists), 122 penalty minutes and was a minus-26.
Best of luck to Alex Biega in his retirement and his future endeavors!
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