My opinion for what it's worth.
If we aren't sure if a player is done aka has not announced retirement, I think there should be an option like a Byfuglien to put him on the IR. A team shouldn't be penalized for an indecision and lack of retirement announcement.
If he retires like Boychuk or Steen, I think they come off the roster. Not sure how Boychuk is considered anything other than retired.
Those are my two cents.
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