"Arrr, me hearties! The ex-Captain o' the Islanders and a Cup conquerin' pirate shares tales o' life post-hockey and a grand new venture!"
2023-10-17
Arr! The brave captain Mark Streit o' the New York Islanders hath hung up his skates in 2017, after a dozen seasons and a grand Stanley Cup conquest. But lo and behold, 'twas but a few moons later when he set sail on a new enterprise!
Mark Streit, former New York Islanders captain and Stanley Cup champion, retired from the NHL in 2017 after 12 seasons. Now, he has taken on a new role as a business professional. Streit spoke to Fox News Digital about his retirement and his transition to a new career. He explained that he initially wanted to take some time off after retiring because he was so busy with hockey. However, he soon found himself getting involved in new projects and opportunities in Switzerland. Streit's hockey career began in Switzerland in the mid-90s before he caught the attention of the NHL and was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 2004. He played for several teams, including the Philadelphia Flyers and the Islanders, where he became the first Swiss-born team captain in league history in 2011. He was later traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins, where he won his first Stanley Cup. After retiring, Streit co-founded NORQAIN, an independent Swiss watch brand. He explained that starting the company was a huge challenge, but it has seen significant growth since its founding. NORQAIN's success led to a partnership with the NHL Player's Association as the union's Official Timekeeper. Streit believes that preparing for life after hockey is crucial, and he commended the NHLPA for launching a program to help players in this transition. He emphasized that it is important for players to think ahead and find ways to generate income after their playing careers end. Overall, Streit's retirement from the NHL has led him to a successful new career in the business world, and he encourages other players to prepare for life after hockey.