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SOCIAL BUZZ - THANK YOU IGGY

Jarome Iginla's retirement was the hottest topic on social media on Monday

by CALGARY FLAMES STAFF @NHLFlames / CalgaryFlames.com

With Jarome Iginla officially retiring on Monday, social media was a-buzz with well-wishes for the iconic forward:

Tweet from @MarkGio05: Iggy was such a great teammate and friend. He taught me everything I know about leadership on the ice but more importantly off the ice. A great father and husband and always treated everyone with the utmost respect. Congrats Iggy. What an incredible career. #ThankYouIggy

Tweet from @TKACHUKycheese_: Congrats on an unbelievable career to one of my favorite players to watch growing up! Thank you for paving the way and setting the standard in Calgary! #ThankYouIggy pic.twitter.com/Aj0fzujZ5y

Tweet from @MattStajan18: On and off the ice, Iggy was a true leader that has so much love and respect for the game. I���m so lucky to have had the chance to play with him, and get to know him. Congrats to Iggy and his family on the journey through his incredible hall of fame career! #ThankYouIggy pic.twitter.com/sz8jLiOOcm

Tweet from @Joe_Colborne: They say don���t meet your heroes, because you will inevitably be let down. Lucky for me, Jarome was mine. Iggy, it was an honor watching you as I grew up, and even more so as your teammate and friend. Enjoy retirement. You deserve it. #ThankYouIggy pic.twitter.com/ic0UHgILWc

Tweet from @NHL: After 20 seasons and 1,300 points in the NHL, Jarome Iginla has officially retired. #ThankYouIggy pic.twitter.com/NYW01x83no

Tweet from @CalgaryPolice: Chief Chaffin always watches the @NHLFlames, keeping an eye out for the 'Hardest Working Flame'. Today we recognize Jarome Iginla as he announces his retirement from an incredible career in the @NHL. A true community hero! #ThankYouIggy #yyc pic.twitter.com/ucNwtcAr8y

Tweet from @UCDinos: #ThankYouIggy📸 Gavin Young / Calgary Herald pic.twitter.com/xMYNLnRKq3

Tweet from @NHLPA: Congrats, Iggy! It���s official ��� Jarome Iginla has officially hung up his skates after 20 NHL seasons.https://t.co/YQPHf1NGSw looks back on the @NHLFlames legacy left behind by the power forward: https://t.co/Dk97iJFkih #ThankYouIggy pic.twitter.com/nTw2Ya0l6y

Tweet from @sprusina: As a journalism student, I was on a job shadow in the Flames dressing room. Jarome Iginla noticed I was new to the scrum and made a point of introducing himself, wishing me well in my career. Years later, he still remembered me. Best wishes in your retirement! #ThankYouIggy

Tweet from @CstShaw: The @NHLFlames are hosting a retirement announcement today for a person I often mention as the answer to "name a famous person you'd like to share a meal with." My favourite Iggy memory: Every time he lost his helmet, he seemed to score! What a great career! #ThankYouIggy #yyc pic.twitter.com/ZXbQa3nLKl

Tweet from @ToriePeterson: 1219 games.525 goals.570 assists.1095 points.#ThankYouIggy pic.twitter.com/WcoybjidiR

Tweet from @cdnhappygilmore: Legit tears today.The ultimate hockey player - fight, hit, score goals, dish the puck, carry the team and inspire the city. As a kid growing up watching Iggy, he was the best role model of the athlete I wanted to be.#ThankYouIggy https://t.co/iEBOYqdUi3

Tweet from @SportChek: 1554 games played. 625 goals. 1300 points. #ThankYouIggy #GOAT #CofRed pic.twitter.com/3CP7axnk6s

Tweet from @TSNJFranklin: Jarome Iginla is a class act: He always had time. Always treated others with respect. Stuck up for his teammates and stood for what he believed in. I'm glad he's coming back to retire in Calgary. It's only right. #ThankYouIggy pic.twitter.com/VwuM6ulrQV

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