Kolzig's Cap Career Comes to an End

[skinsfan_nn]

For sure to say the least an end of an era in DC hockey. I would have liked to see Olies last year as a Cap finish better, but as the sports world goes there is always someone in the wings just a waiting to take your job. And Olie had a drop off this season, not all his fault some has to be put on the D. But you are judged on wins and losses. Then Huet was brought in at the trade deadline, it appeared the writing was on the wall for Olie.

All in all moving forward first off I wish Olie nothing but the very best whether he continues on which he wants to, I hope there is a market for him. I would have loved to seen him finish his last little bit of time left in the sport right here in DC or whether he does just decide to put his feet up by the pool with a cold one. He will be missed!

Secondly, I hope they get a deal done with Huet. As we need a starter and it sure isn't Johnson. I would have preferred keeping Olie over Johnson, but thats just my opinion.

Thanks for the memories Olie, I remember the Caps playing to hoist the Stanley Cup in 1998 against Detroit like it was yesterday, not the outcome I was looking for but Olie has done so much for the franchise on and off the ice. 100% class act wish you the very best, happy trails!

Posted at 8:58 AM ET, 05/ 9/2008
End of an Era (Updated)

I'm sure you've heard by now that Olie Kolzig has decided not to return to the Caps next season after nearly two decades with the organization. If you haven't, read about it here.

There's really not much more I can add to the story - all of his best quotes are in today's article. He's disappointed with the way things ended. (I'm sure lots of other folks are, too). But I got the sense during the interview that he's at peace with an extremely difficult decision and is looking forward to the next chapter in his career/life.

Update:I'm told that Comcast SportsNet's Jill Sorenson spoke to Kolzig this morning and parts of the emotional interview will shown on Washington Post Live this afternoon. I'll also be in studio with Al Koken to discuss Kolzig's decision.