Despite his inability to play, Ellis is unlikely to retire anytime soon, primarily because he has four more years left on his contract. Retiring would mean forfeiting the remainder of his salary, which is not something most players are willing to do.
While the news of Ellis's retirement is undoubtedly disappointing for fans and the Flyers organization, his health and well-being must come first. The Flyers will need to look for alternative solutions to fill the void left by Ellis's absence on the ice, as they continue to pursue their goals for the season.