Chara announced his retirement Tuesday and will sign a one-day contract to end his career as a Bruin.

Chara finished what could be the last season of his Hall of Fame career with two goals, 12 assists, and a second-best team rating of plus-8.

Chara (illness) will play against visiting Washington on Thursday.

Chara (illness) will not play Tuesday against Washington.

Chara was nominated for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy on Monday, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

Chara scored a goal on two shots in Thursday's 6-3 loss to Pittsburgh.

Chara has yet to score a goal in 59 games for the Islanders entering the game Tuesday versus the Stars.

Chara (upper body) was activated off injured reserve Friday.

Chara (upper body) won't play Thursday versus Columbus, but coach Barry Trotz expects the 44-year-old blueliner to return to action Friday against the Jets, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

Chara (upper body) might be an option for Thursday's clash with Columbus, Stefen Rosner of NYI Hockey Now reports.