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How to Pay Tribute to a Superstar

Jul 11, 2009 – 11:00 PM
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Bruce Ciskie

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Avalanche captain Joe Sakic retired Thursday in Denver.
Colorado Avalanche star Joe Sakic announced his retirement Thursday. Sakic played for the Quebec/Colorado franchise his entire career, is a sure-shot Hall of Famer, and played a huge role in making the Avalanche viable in Denver.

The Avalanche deserve a lot of credit. The event they put together Thursday to officially announce Sakic's retirement was first-class, highlighted by one of the better tribute videos you'll ever see. Check it out after the jump.





Sakic's number will be retired at Colorado's home opener in October.
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