Nathan Beaulieu Calls It a Career After 11 Seasons in the NHL
Hey everyone, I just wanted to take a moment to talk about a player who may not have always been in the spotlight, but who quietly put together a solid NHL career—Nathan Beaulieu. The 32-year-old defenseman officially announced his retirement from professional hockey, bringing the curtain down on an 11-season journey that spanned several teams, leagues, and continents.
Beaulieu was drafted 17th overall by the Montreal Canadiens in the 2011 NHL Draft. That first-round status brought with it a lot of expectations, and while he might not have become a star, he absolutely carved out a respectable role as a reliable blueliner. Over the course of 471 NHL games, he put up 12 goals and 86 assists for a total of 98 points. He suited up for the Canadiens, the Buffalo Sabres, Winnipeg Jets, and Anaheim Ducks, bringing his steady play and physical edge to each roster.
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I remember him especially during his time with the Habs—his breakout season was probably 2016–17, where he scored four goals and tallied 28 points. He was young, mobile, and showed flashes of offensive upside. After Montreal, he moved through a few teams, often being that dependable depth defenseman teams could rely on when the injuries piled up or when a physical presence was needed.
His last NHL stint was with the Ducks in the 2022–23 season, where he logged 52 games and added four assists. After that, Beaulieu continued his pro career overseas. He had a brief spell in Switzerland with EHC Kloten, followed by a stint in the KHL with Barys Astana. Although his production was limited in those leagues—just a few assists over a combined 21 games—it showed his continued passion and commitment to the game.
Now, after more than a decade of competing at a high level, Nathan Beaulieu is hanging up the skates. It's always bittersweet to see players move on, especially ones who brought that workmanlike approach every night. He might not have made headlines constantly, but he did what a lot of players only dream of—played nearly 500 NHL games, competed in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and got the chance to wear the sweater of one of the league's most storied franchises.
So here's to Nathan Beaulieu—congrats on a solid career, and best of luck in whatever comes next. You’ve earned it.
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