After 15 years as "The King of New York", the separation finally became inevitable.
Lundqvist has been competed by two younger, and right now better, goalkeepers.
The harsh reality of sport.
A reality that is felt in the heart of his heir Zibanejad.
- It has been difficult to avoid all reports and rumors about this so I was a little prepared.
However, it was incredibly tough to see when it came out and became official.
Very sad, says Zibanejad to SVT Sport.
"Has been an idol in every way"
- Henke has been there for so long and he has been an idol in every way.
I have learned so much from him.
Lundqvist not only took responsibility
on the
ice but also outside.
As a fellow human being and teammate, he was "five plus" according to Zibanejad who will now try to fill the mantle that the giant leaves behind.
- He has always been a security, so of course it feels incredibly heavy now.
After over 1000 matches - Henrik Lundqvist leaves Rangers
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After over 1000 matches - Henrik Lundqvist leaves Rangers Photo: Bildbyrån / TT Nyhetsbyrån