Former Maple Leafs top prospect announces retirement
When the Toronto Maple Leafs drafted Ian Scott in the 4th round of the 2017 NHL Draft they had very high hopes for the young goaltender. In the first year after being drafted Scott put up a save percentage of .932 and a goals against average of 1.83.
The Maple Leafs and their fan base felt like they may have found their goaltender of the future. Unfortunately for Scott and the Maple Leafs that's when injuries struck.
A hip injury and eventual surgery stole the 2019-2020 season from Scott. Scott would go on to never play more than 6 games in the years that followed. Unfortunately the injuries were too much to overcome and today Scott announced that his comeback was over.
No athlete wants to make this kind of post but have decided to step away from playing hockey.
Over the past few years i've been battling injuries and working hard to get back to full playable health but unfortunately have decided to take a step back & start a new life chapter.
I would like to thank @paraidershockey & the city of Prince Albert for all the love and support during my time there. It truly was the best place to play Junior Hockey.
The @mapleleafs & @torontomarlies for drafting me & and all the opportunities to chase my dream of playing pro.
would also like to thank al the teammates, coaches, trainers, my billets in PA & all the lifelong friends made along the way. Lastly my family, for believing in me, standing by my side through all the ups & downs and being the best support system.
I'm excited to see what the future holds!
Over the past few years i've been battling injuries and working hard to get back to full playable health but unfortunately have decided to take a step back & start a new life chapter.
I would like to thank @paraidershockey & the city of Prince Albert for all the love and support during my time there. It truly was the best place to play Junior Hockey.
The @mapleleafs & @torontomarlies for drafting me & and all the opportunities to chase my dream of playing pro.
would also like to thank al the teammates, coaches, trainers, my billets in PA & all the lifelong friends made along the way. Lastly my family, for believing in me, standing by my side through all the ups & downs and being the best support system.
I'm excited to see what the future holds!
It's always terrible when a promising young athlete sees his career cut short by injuries, but we wish Ian Scott the best in whatever comes next.
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