FILE--New York Rangers' Wayne Gretzky (99) is congratulated by Brian Leetch after scoring his 1072nd goal during the third period against the New York Islanders at Madison Square Garden, Monday, March 29, 1999. 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/Ed Betz)