Bernik Vrzala is announcing his retirement from the SHL after many great international seasons and his cup run with Dragons.

The First thing I want to do is thank the Whalers for giving me a shot and welcoming me to their team with open arms. All the players I met there had a long term impact on me and really helped mold me into the player I was to become.

Then obviously, I need to thank the Dragons. My seasons with the Dragons have been some of the best part of my career as a player. That cup run with the guys is one of the greatest memories that I can have and one that I think created some bonds that will last a life time. I love all of the Dragons i've come to know and wish them and the org all the best going forward

Lastly I want to thank the Czechs. What more can I say besides I love you and you are all the best. Czechia the Bestia.