After enduring surgeries and physical setbacks, Seabrook made the tough decision to retire in March 2021, concluding a remarkable 15-year stint with the Chicago Blackhawks. His legacy as a top defenseman for the franchise was sealed with three Stanley Cup victories.
Post-retirement, Seabrook briefly joined the Vancouver Giants WHL coaching staff, but his passion for the game led him to a new role with Canada's national junior hockey team for the upcoming 2024 World Junior Hockey Championship.
In discussing his current role, Seabrook openly revealed his aspirations to re-enter the NHL, this time in coaching or management, emphasizing his commitment to shaping his post-playing career on his terms.
Despite being under contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning for one more year at $6.875M, Seabrook expresses optimism about exploring opportunities beyond the 2023-24 season for his NHL comeback. His eagerness to "give it a shot" underscores a genuine interest in making a meaningful impact in coaching or management, adding an exciting chapter to Seabrook's post-playing career narrative.
Source: Hawksinsider
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