FILE--New York Rangers defenseman Brian Leetch tries to work the puck after being tripped by a Colorado Avalanche player in the second period in Denver, in this Feb. 23, 2003 photo. Star defenceman Leetch officially retired Thursday, ending an 18-year career that featured two Norris Trophy wins and 10 all-star selections. The 39-year-old sat out the entire out 2006-07 season after spending 2005-06 with the Boston Bruins, when he recorded five goals and 27 assists in 61 games. (CP PICTURE ARCHIVE/AP/Jack Dempsey)