Canucks forward Dorsett ‘at peace’ with decision to end career due to spine injury
VANCOUVER — Derek Dorsett never backed down from a challenge. But when confronted with the possibility of not being able to hug his two sons, Dorsett knew he made the right decision to step away from playing hockey.
The Vancouver Canucks right-winger announced last week he was ending his NHL hockey career due to health concerns following neck surgery last season.
Dorsett said there have been “some hard days” over the last week as he comes to grips with his decision, but spending time with his wife and family have helped give him reconcile with his situation.
“My boys have made it a lot easier going home and being able to hug them and play with them,” Dorsett told the media Wednesday.