Daniel Briere has announced his retirement from the National Hockey League.

"I've been very, very fortunate to have a chance to play with some great organizations, but at this point the family becomes a priority," he said in a statement. "The Flyers are where I played the bulk of my career. I've had a great time in Philadelphia and have been very, very fortunate to have the chance to play here."

Briere, who will turn 38 the day before the start of the 2015-16 NHL season, will meet with reporters to further discuss his decision in Philadelphia on Tuesday.

He spent last season in Denver with the Avalanche for whom he played just 57 games, scoring eight goals and totaling 12 points.