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Jun 9 2008, AP

Dominik Hasek is expected to announce his retirement, a person in the NHL told The Associated Press on Sunday night. The Detroit Red Wings scheduled a news conference for Monday morning without revealing details.A person within the league, who requested...

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In this Jan. 27, 2006 file photo, Seattle Seahawks offensive tackle Chris Gray (62) walks with defensive end Bryce Fisher (94) to practice in Kirkland, Wash. Gray, a 15-year NFL veteran who started a Seahawks record 121 straight games, announced his...