Why did riley cote retires

So what awaits Cote as an AHL player is a thirty-two percent increased likelihood of fighting; likely more considering his history as an established NHL enforcer. Such an increase carries a thirty-two percent increased likelihood of concussions, broken orbital bones, smashed teeth, and whatever other injuries come with fighting for a living.

Cote's NHL contract expires after the season. It's difficult to imagine that any salary negotiated in his next contract, in all likelihood an AHL contract, would be anything other than a greatly reduced figure. Sacrificing your body for less money and a professional hockey career track moving in reverse? Cote's decision to leave the NHL as a player to enter the ranks of coaching makes a lot more sense than chasing a dream that is likely over, and paying the price in blood every night he chases that dream thereafter.

Self preservation; the acknowledgement that he's probably come as far as he ever will as a professional player. Who knows what ultimately brought Riley Cote to the decision to retire. New York Jets. Odell Beckham Jr. Baylor's Oklahoma test, Purdue's upset chances at Ohio State and more to watch in Week 11's biggest games. Florida State Seminoles. LeBron James among the stars boarding the Paolo Banchero hype train. Duke Blue Devils.

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Here's hoping that Riley can instill that same kind of determination and work ethic in young Flyers prospects at the AHL level. Cookie banner We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. By choosing I Accept , you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Stories Schedule Roster Stats. Filed under:. Didn't see this one coming: Riley Cote retires, becomes Phantoms assistant coach New, comments.

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