Oilers' Andrew Ference: Fails physical, likely to retire

Ference (hip) failed his physical Friday and is expected to be placed on long-term injured reserve, Jim Matheson of edmontonjournal.com reports.

Analysis:

At 37 years old and coming off major hip surgery in January, Ference expectedly failed his medical exam, likely spelling the end of his 18-year career. If the former Stanley Cup champion decides to hang up his skates, he ends his career with 263 points in 1,027 NHL games (including the playoffs).