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Jack Campbell Retires From NHL to Join Novus Global as a Coach

Campbell said mental‑health recovery and a renewed purpose in helping others led him to leave playing and pursue leadership and performance coaching at Novus Global.

Overview

  • Campbell announced his retirement and new role with Novus Global on Monday, July 20, 2026, posting a video and message on social media.
  • He finishes a nine‑season NHL career with a 93‑52‑18 record, a .909 save percentage, a 2.76 goals‑against average and highlights that include an 11‑start winning streak and a 2022 All‑Star nod.
  • The Edmonton Oilers bought out the final three years of Campbell’s contract in summer 2024 and coverage differs on the payout with one account saying $4.5 million remains owed and another estimating roughly $10 million under the CBA buyout formula.
  • Campbell publicly discussed past mental‑health struggles and entered the NHL/NHLPA assistance program in October 2024, saying he found more fulfillment helping others than continuing to chase playing opportunities.
  • His move to Novus Global shifts him from on‑ice competition to identity and performance coaching, which could increase attention on athlete mental‑health supports and create a new income and public role beyond hockey.