Former Vancouver Canucks centre Cody Hodgson wants to resume his hockey career, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman said on Saturday Headlines during Hockey Night in Canada.
Hodgson, the 10th overall draft pick by the Canucks in 2008, had a flourishing career before being forced to retire at age 26 due to health concerns.
In 2016, Hodgson was diagnosed with malignant hyperthermia, a rare muscle disorder caused by a mutation of the RYR-1 gene. The condition made him prone to injuries and put him at further risk.
While Hodgson hung up his skates to focus on his health, he used his time for good. He teamed up with the RYR-1 Foundation to spread awareness of diseases brought on by the gene.
However, the soon-to-be 34-year-old is ready to get back on the ice. Friedman revealed that after receiving a clean bill of health last summer, Hodgson has been skating and training five to six times a week with the hopes of rekindling his hockey career.
"He understands he's not starting in the NHL, he knows nothing is guaranteed, but he'd like to resume his career and he's looking for an opportunity," Friedman said.
Before retiring, Hodgson played 326 NHL games, scored 64 goals and recorded 78 assists for the Canucks, Sabres and Nashville Predators combined.
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