August 12 - Longtime Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Chad Ruhwedel announced his retirement from the NHL on Tuesday. Ruhwedel, 35, began his career with the Buffalo Sabres, signing as an undrafted free agent in April 2013, and he played there until signing with the Penguins before the 2016-17 season.

There won’t be a reunion between Clad Ruhwedel and Mike Sullivan with the New York Rangers this coming season. Ruhwedel

This article was originally published on www.si.com/onsi/breakaway as Longtime Penguins Defenseman Announces Retirement. After a 13-year career in the National Hockey League, capped off by a Stanley Cup win with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2016-17, defenseman Chad Ruhdwedel has announced his retirement.