Tyson Barrie reveals the moment he knew his NHL career was over

I suppose when you've done anything for that long, one has a tendency to take their career for granted. Yet, when Tyson Barrie realized it was time to hang-up the skates, he approached the game differently.

Of course, Edmonton fans will remember Tyson Barrie for the three seasons he spent in an Oilers' jersey, where he recorded 132 points in 190 games played, and was a staple on the blueline before being traded to Nashville for Mattias Ekholm.

Tyson Barrie announced his retirement from the NHL on Monday, August 25, 2025, following his final year with the Calgary Flames.

Barrie reflected on his decision to retire, as he said, in his last year with the Flames, which did not go as planned, after his injuries took their toll on his play. He began contemplating retirement during the summer, concluding that it 'felt like the natural next step and he didn't want to force continuing his career.'

Over his 14-year career, Tyson Barrie played 822 games and recorded 508 points. He was drafted in the 3rd-round of the 2009 entry draft by the Colorado Avalanche.