Henrik Lundqvist skates off the ice after a game against the Islanders at NYCB Live's Nassau Coliseum on Feb. 25, 2020. Credit: Jim McIsaac
The cruel irony, of course, is that his heart has ultimately betrayed Henrik Lundqvist.
Because the future Hall of Fame goalie showed nothing but heart during his 15 seasons as the face of the Rangers’ franchise. In an NHL full of uber-competitive athletes, Lundqvist always seemed to be the uber-est on his team.
Lundqvist, who turns 39 in March, announced on Thursday via Twitter he would be unable to play for the Capitals this season — if there is a season — because of a heart condition.