Tyler Haskins

Tyler Haskins (born May 26, 1986) is a retired American professional ice hockey forward. He was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in the fifth round, 162nd overall, of the 2004 NHL entry draft.

Playing career Haskins began his career playing in the USHL for the Sioux City Musketeers and in the OHL for both the Guelph Storm and the Toronto St. Michael's Majors. From 2007 to 2010, he appeared in 164 AHL games with the Bridgeport Sound Tigers, with a brief period spent playing for the ECHL's Utah Grizzlies. In May 2008, he signed a contract with the New York Islanders, the NHL affiliate of the Sound Tigers.

He joined Grizzlys Wolfsburg, a team competing in Germany's highest professional ice hockey league, the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL), ahead of the 2010–11 season. His leadership qualities and on-ice performance were recognized by the organization, and in 2013, he was named team captain. Throughout his time in Wolfsburg, Haskins attracted interest from several other clubs, who offered him opportunities to continue his career elsewhere. However, he remained loyal to the Grizzlys, valuing his connection to the team and the city. On February 24, 2016, he reaffirmed his commitment to the organization by signing a contract extension that would keep him with Wolfsburg until 2020.

On March 26, 2018, he officially announced his retirement from professional hockey, effective immediately, bringing an end to his playing career. The decision was made in response to multiple concussions he had suffered over the years, which raised serious concerns about his long-term health and well-being. Despite stepping away from the ice, he remained a part of the Grizzlys Wolfsburg organization, transitioning into a new chapter of his career as a scout.

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