Simon Gagné will not return this season.

[Jasmine]

Boston Bruins veteran forward Simon Gagne announced Monday he will not return to the team for the remainder of the season due to "personal reasons."

Gagne left the team Dec.10, taking an indefinite leave of absence to be with his father in Quebec who was suffering from liver cancer. His dad passed away due to the illness Dec. 26.

“The last month has been extremely difficult for me with my father being sick and his passing,” said Gagne. “To play in the NHL you have to be 100% mentally, emotionally and physically committed to the game. At this time I know that I cannot be close to those levels."

http://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/bru ... -1.2898684

[Josh]

Re: Simon Gagné will not return this season.

Well, better to back out now I suppose.. :/

[Jasmine]

Re: Simon Gagné will not return this season.

Some people would rather move on fast, some need more time to mourn..or make peace...or whatever. Not everyone heals the same way.

I think he is making a wise decision to take care of himself and his family...and giving his team the chance to put someone on the roster who has the right frame of mind for the game.