Cody Hodgson attempts NHL comeback after health issues forced him to retire at 26

Cody Hodgson played six seasons in the NHL before tests showed his liver and kidney were damaged. He stopped playing hockey. He was 26. These days, Hodgson is attempting an improbable return to the NHL with Milwaukee of the American Hockey League.

Cody Hodgson attempts NHL comeback after health issues forced him to retire at 26
Men's athlete skates during an American Hockey League game on March 1, 2024 in Milwaukee.

Cody Hodgson played six seasons in the NHL before tests showed his liver and kidney were damaged. He stopped playing hockey. He was 26. These days, Hodgson is attempting an improbable return to the NHL with Milwaukee of the American Hockey League.