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Breaking: Henrik Lundqvist announces his retirement in Sweden

Legendary New York Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist held a press conference this morning to announce his retirement from the game of hockey.

According to reporter, Johan Rylander this is the end to greatest goalie to ever come out of Sweden.

“I have chosen to end my playing career,” Lundqvist said via translation. “I am extremely grateful for all the memories.”

Rösten stockar sig.Tårarna är nära.”Jag är oerhört tacksam för alla minnen.”@hlundqvist35 är färdig på isen. pic.twitter.com/dPY9iyAB2D

— Johan Rylander ud83cuddf8ud83cuddea (@rylanderjohan) August 20, 2021

Henrik Lundqvist retires

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Mar 15, 2019; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; New York Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist (30) during the warmup period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome.