New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick has officially announced his retirement from the NHL. The 40-year-old netminder will make his final start tonight against the Florida Panthers at Madison Square Garden.
Quick, a three-time Stanley Cup champion and one of the greatest American-born goaltenders in league history, leaves the game after 19 seasons with the Los Angeles Kings, Vegas Golden Knights, and New York Rangers. Along with winning the Cup three times, he was the 2012 Conn Smythe Trophy winner and holds the record for the most wins by a US-born goaltender. He backstopped the Kings to Stanley Cup victories in 2012 and 2014, and remained a reliable starter well into his late 30s.
He spoke to the media on Monday and said, “Obviously, the past few years, very lucky to be part of this organization and wear this jersey, but tonight will be my last game in the league. You know, I’m looking forward to it. Very fortunate. Wife flew down with the kids. So they’ll be here in attendance tonight. My parents will be here. So looking forward to this last one and try to get one more win here.”
Tributes Pouring In Across the Hockey World:
New York Rangers (@NYRangers): “One of the best to ever do it. Congratulations on an outstanding career, Quickie! Wishing you all the best in retirement ?❤️”
GM Chris Drury said in a statement:
“In a career that spanned close to two decades in the National Hockey League, Jonathan Quick became not just the winningest American-born goaltender of all-time, but also one of the best goaltenders in hockey history. A three-time Stanley Cup Champion, he earned the utmost respect of teammates, coaches, and staff members through his work ethic and dedication to his craft. Jonathan is a special person and player, and the entire Rangers organization wishes him — along with his wife Jackie and three children, Madison, Carter, and Cash — all the best in retirement.”
Ray Ferraro (@rayferraro21): “Hall of Fame career….all the best in retirement to Jonathan Quick”
Fans and media are flooding social media with tributes:
- “End of an era – One of the most fun goalies to watch play… Congrats on an amazing pro career.”
- “JONATHAN QUICK IS RETIRING ? #32 ALWAYS A KING TO ME IN MY HEART FOREVER”
- “What an amazing career for Jonathan Quick! … Happy retirement to the best American-born goaltender!”
- “2 Kings legends gone in the same year… 2 of my favourite players of all time ?❤️”
- “Next stop HHOF.”
Tonight’s game vs. the Panthers will serve as a proper send-off at MSG.
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