Versteeg announced his retirement from professional hockey Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Versteeg enjoyed a long, 12-year NHL career, totaling 149 goals and 358 points in 643 games. The 33-year-old winger is a two-time Stanley Cup champion, winning both with Chicago in 2010 and 2015. If he's interested in continuing to be involved with hockey in a professional capacity, it wouldn't be surprising to see Versteeg back in Chicago in a coaching or front office role in the future.

Versteeg officially signed a contract with HK Nitra in the Slovak Extraliga, in what will be his final professional hockey season, Mark Lazerus of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The deal is special for Versteeg, as his younger brother Mitch is in his fourth season with the club. It will be the first time the Versteeg brothers will play together in their careers. Versteeg had suited up for AHL Rockford to this point, potting one assist in six games.

Versteeg signed a one-year contract with AHL Rockford on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Versteeg has appeared in 643 NHL games, spending time with the Blackhawks, Maple Leafs, Flyers, Hurricanes, Panthers, the Kings and finally, the Flames. Most recently, the 32-year-old vet split time between Avangard Omsk of the KHL and the Vaxjo Lakers HC of the SHL, playing for both clubs during the 2018-19 season.

Versteeg will sign with Avangard Omsk of the KHL, Ryan Leslie of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Versteeg played for seven NHL teams over 14 years of service time, amassing 149 goals and 209 assists through 643 games. He represented the Flames for parts of the last two seasons, but a hip injury ended his 2017-18 campaign prematurely. Now 32 years old, it's doubtful that he will eventually return to the North American stage.

Versteeg will miss the remainder of the season with a hip injury, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Versteeg returned for just two games before being sidelined again by a hip injury he originally sustained Nov. 24 against the Stars. With the veteran winger on just a one-year deal with the Flames, he's set to hit free agency after being limited to just eight points (three goals, five assists) over 24 games in 2017-18.

The Flames activated Versteeg (hip) from injured reserve Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Versteeg hasn't tasted game action since he sustained a hip injury Nov. 24 against the Stars, but he's been practicing with his teammates for nearly two weeks in a non-contact capacity, and logged his first full-contact practice Monday, which was the first indication he was likely on the verge of returning to the lineup. The Flames will hope the 31-year-old winger, who's notched three goals and eighth points in 22 contests this campaign, can help them secure one of the final playoff spots in the Western Conference with just 11 games remaining on their schedule. Versteeg's first chance to return to action will come Friday against San Jose.

Versteeg (hip) donned a full-contact jersey while taking part in Monday's practice, Derek Wills of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran forward -- who last played a game Nov. 24 -- has been practicing with the team for almost two weeks in a non-contact capacity, so this news is a further indication of progress being made in his recovery. It remains to be seen what kind of player Versteeg will be upon returning, but his experience and hands will likely keep him in contention for spots on a power-play unit and one of the Flames' top-three lines. Look for the team to issue an additional update as Versteeg nears a return to the lineup.

Versteeg (hip) joined his teammates on the ice Friday sporting a non-contact sweater, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

While the team didn't provide any updates on Versteeg following practice, it bodes well for his return that he taking part in practice, even in a limited capacity. The winger has already missed 43 games and remains out indefinitely, but at least appears to be making strides. Once given the green light to play, the veteran will likely bounce Tanner Glass or Garnet Hathaway from the lineup.

Versteeg is scheduled for a follow-up appointment Tuesday, as he will meet with the surgeon that performed his hip surgery, Wes Gilbertson of the Calgary Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran winger has been out since Nov. 24. He reportedly resumed skating in pads three weeks ago, but we're still waiting for a clear timetable for his return. According to Gilbertson, we should get a better idea of where he's at in terms of a potential return after his appointment.

Versteeg (hip) skated in pads for the first time since November on Monday, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Despite the positive development, Versteeg remains weeks away from joining his teammates at practice. Expect the veteran forward, who had eight points in 22 games prior to getting injured, to continue skating on his own for the time being and for the team to provide a further update when Versteeg takes the next step in his recovery.