Rangers' Jonathan Quick Reflects on Decorated NHL Career After Final Game

The veteran goaltender played his last NHL game on Monday, closing the book on a Hall of Fame-worthy career.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 5:43am

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New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick played his final NHL game on Monday, ending a decorated career that included three Stanley Cup championships and a Conn Smythe Trophy. Quick, who is set to retire at the end of the 2025-26 season, reflected on his time in the league and the relationships he built over his 16-year career.

Why it matters

Quick's retirement marks the end of an era for the Rangers and the NHL. As one of the league's most accomplished goaltenders of the 2010s, Quick's departure leaves a void in New York's roster and the broader hockey landscape.

The details

Despite the Rangers' loss to the Florida Panthers on Monday, Quick took time after the game to look back on his career, which included two Stanley Cup wins with the Los Angeles Kings in 2012 and 2014, as well as a Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP in 2012. He also won a Stanley Cup with the Vegas Golden Knights in 2023 after being traded twice that year.

  • Quick played his final NHL game on Monday, April 14, 2026.
  • He is set to retire at the end of the 2025-26 season.

The players

Jonathan Quick

A veteran goaltender who spent the majority of his 16-year NHL career with the Los Angeles Kings, winning two Stanley Cups and a Conn Smythe Trophy. He also played for the New York Rangers and Vegas Golden Knights, winning a third Stanley Cup with the Golden Knights in 2023.

New York Rangers

The NHL team that Jonathan Quick played for in the final years of his career, though he is best known for his success with the Los Angeles Kings.

Los Angeles Kings

The NHL team that Jonathan Quick played for during the prime of his career, winning two Stanley Cups in 2012 and 2014.

Vegas Golden Knights

The NHL team that Jonathan Quick played for in 2023, winning his third career Stanley Cup.

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What they’re saying

“It takes you down memory lane a little bit. Very fortunate to play as long as I did and with the people I did. Great people, great teammates, great families. Very fortunate for the relationships I was able to make throughout my career.”

— Jonathan Quick, Rangers Goaltender

The takeaway

Jonathan Quick's retirement marks the end of an era for the NHL, as one of the league's most accomplished goaltenders of the 2010s hangs up his skates. His three Stanley Cup championships and Conn Smythe Trophy win cement his status as a future Hall of Famer and one of the greatest netminders of his generation.