Joe Sakic Quotes


After 20 years in the game, I was fortunate to get away from the game and enjoy my family, which was great for me.


Citations

Sadowski, Rick. "Sakic named Executive Advisor." NHL.com, 24 Mar. 2011.

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Joe Sakic
Joe Sakic
  • Born: July 7, 1969
  • Nationality: Canadian
  • Profession: Athlete

Joseph Steven Sakic is a Canadian professional ice hockey executive and former player. He played his entire 21-year National Hockey League (NHL) career with the Quebec Nordiques/Colorado Avalanche franchise. Named captain of the team in 1992 (after serving as a co-captain in 1990–91), Sakic is regarded as one of the greatest team leaders in league history and was able to consistently motivate his team to play at a winning level. Sakic led the Avalanche to Stanley Cup titles in 1996 and 2001, being named the most valuable player of the 1996 playoffs, and honoured as the MVP of the NHL in 2001 by the hockey writers and his fellow players. He is one of six players to participate in both of the team's Stanley Cup victories. Sakic was also named to play in 13 NHL All-Star Games and selected to the NHL First All-Star Team at centre three times.