Jonathan Quick to Make Final NHL Start, Retire
PUBLISHED Apr 13, 2026, 2:22 PM ET
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SUNRISE, Fla. Jonathan Quick, the 40-year-old New York Rangers goaltender, announced Monday that he will retire and that his start against the Florida Panthers that night will be his final NHL appearance, marking the 921st game of his nearly 19-season career and bringing his playing tenure to a close. The announcement this week prompted a Rangers statement and player and team acknowledgements; general manager Chris Drury offered best wishes to Quick and his family, and the club will now evaluate roster and goaltending options in the days and weeks ahead as it adjusts to losing a veteran presence with two Stanley Cup championships and a Conn Smythe Trophy on his resume.
By James Porter | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- 2005: Drafted in the third round of the NHL Draft.
- 2008-09: Became Los Angeles Kings' primary goaltender.
- 2012: Backstopped Kings to Stanley Cup, won Conn Smythe Trophy.
- 2014: Won second Stanley Cup and was U.S. Olympic starter.
- Monday (this week): Announced retirement after his 921st NHL appearance with the Rangers.
News Intelligence
- Jonathan Quick's retirement marks the end of an era for NHL and Rangers fans. His veteran presence, skill, and leadership will be missed. If you're a fan, now's the time to grab memorabilia or watch his final game. It's a chance to celebrate a great career.
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The New York Rangers, their coaching staff and younger goaltenders benefit from roster flexibility, salary-cap adjustments, and increased playing opportunities following Jonathan Quick's announced retirement.
Jonathan Quick ends his active NHL career and the Rangers, fans, and organizations lose his veteran presence, experience and the immediate depth he provided in goal.
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