Matt Irwin has announced his retirement after an 11-season NHL career. The 6-foot-2 defenseman had a brief stint with the Sabres, playing 24 games and recording two assists, along with strong defensive contributions. Throughout his career, he played 461 games with several teams, including the Sharks, Bruins, Predators, Ducks, Sabres, and Capitals, totaling 25 goals and 68 assists.