Kyle Okposo announced his retirement from the NHL after 17 seasons, culminating in a Stanley Cup win with the Florida Panthers last season. The 36-year-old forward recorded 22 points across 67 games split between the Panthers and the Buffalo Sabres, contributing two assists in 17 playoff games for the Panthers. Reflecting on his career, he emphasized the importance of respect and relationships in hockey and cherished moments with the Stanley Cup, including a celebration with his family. Selected seventh overall in the 2006 NHL Draft, Okposo tallied 614 points in 1,051 regular-season games, expressing excitement for the future of the game as he steps away.