Jimmy Howard: Formally announces retirement

Howard announced his retirement Thursday, MLive.com reports.

Howard spent the entirety of his career with Detroit, compiling a 246-196-70 record while posting a .912 save percentage and a 2.62 GAA in 543 appearances. The 2003 second-round pick will finish his playing days ranking third on the Red Wings' all-time list for games played and wins for a goaltender.