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Milan Lucic's NHL career appears over as nasty divorce continues
Milan Lucic's NHL Career Likely Over After Arrest and Domestic Violence Charges
The career of NHL veteran Milan Lucic appears to be coming to a close following his arrest last season on charges of domestic violence. Lucic had rejoined the Boston Bruins on a one-year contract, intending to make a nostalgic return to the team where he made his name. However, the season took a dramatic turn for the worse.
On November 9, 2023, it was reported that Lucic had been arrested following a domestic incident. The Bruins responded promptly by placing Lucic on indefinite leave. This move was seen as necessary given the severity of the allegations.
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#NHLBruins Milan Lucic arrested early Saturday morning following a domestic incident, Bruins place Lucic on indefinite leave.
Confirmed by various media outlets
#NHLBruins Milan Lucic arrested early Saturday morning following a domestic incident, Bruins place Lucic on indefinite leave.
Confirmed by various media outlets
As more details emerged, the charges against Lucic painted a troubling picture. Although the charges were eventually dropped after his wife, Brittany Lucic, refused to cooperate with the investigation, the fallout was significant. Brittany subsequently filed for divorce and sought an order of protection against Lucic.
According to Radar Online, Brittany Lucic has made serious allegations in her filings, requesting stringent conditions for any potential visitation rights.
I am requesting that [Milan] have no visitation with the children until such time as he completes an alcohol program, anger management program and a parenting program such that he can be trusted with the children.
Should the court disagree with my request, then in the alternative I request that the court allow only professionally monitored visitation with Soberlink testing to be performed within one hour before and one hour after visitation. I am also requesting that the Court Order all communications between the Parties to be through.
Should the court disagree with my request, then in the alternative I request that the court allow only professionally monitored visitation with Soberlink testing to be performed within one hour before and one hour after visitation. I am also requesting that the Court Order all communications between the Parties to be through.
In light of these events, Lucic's prospects of continuing his NHL career appear bleak. Reports suggest that there has been no interest from other teams this summer, and he has not been linked to any potential signings.
It looks like Milan Lucic's NHL career is over. He was struggling to keep up last season, and his arrest left him unwelcome back in Boston.
There has been no interest in him this summer and he hasn't been connected to anyone via rumors. At 36, it's fair to say it's game over.
There has been no interest in him this summer and he hasn't been connected to anyone via rumors. At 36, it's fair to say it's game over.
If this indeed marks the end of Lucic's career, he will finish with 1,177 games played, 233 goals, and 353 assists. Known as one of the last true power forwards, Lucic's on-ice achievements might be overshadowed by the off-ice controversy. His legacy, once defined by his physical play and contributions to his teams, is now marred by this incident and its repercussions.
For fans and the hockey community, this turn of events is a stark reminder of how quickly and drastically a player's career and legacy can be impacted by their actions off the ice.
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JUILLET 29 | 53 ANSWERS Milan Lucic's NHL career appears over as nasty divorce continues Should Milan Lucic get another chance in the NHL? | ||
| Yes, he should | 17 | 32.1 % |
| No, he doesn't deserve it | 15 | 28.3 % |
| No, but because of his play not his arrest | 21 | 39.6 % |
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