CT native, Rangers goalie Jonathan Quick announces retirement

The 40-year-old Quick won two Stanley Cups with the Los Angeles Kings and was a U.S. Olympic starter.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 6:20pm

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Jonathan Quick, a 40-year-old goaltender from Connecticut, has announced his retirement from the NHL after nearly two decades in the league. Quick, who played his final game for the New York Rangers on Monday night, was one of the best goalies of his generation, winning two Stanley Cup championships with the Los Angeles Kings in 2012 and 2014. He was also the starting goaltender for the U.S. Olympic team in 2014 and won a Cup ring as a backup for the Vegas Golden Knights in 2023.

Why it matters

Quick's retirement marks the end of an era for one of the most accomplished American-born goalies in NHL history. His two Stanley Cup titles and Conn Smythe Trophy win as playoff MVP in 2012 cemented his legacy as an elite netminder, and his international success with the U.S. Olympic team further solidified his place among the greats of the game.

The details

Quick, a native of Milford, Connecticut, played his high school hockey at Hamden High School before transferring to the prestigious Avon Old Farms prep school. He was drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in the 3rd round of the 2005 NHL Draft and went on to spend the majority of his 19-year career with the Kings, helping them win Stanley Cups in 2012 and 2014. In his final season, Quick was traded to the New York Rangers, where he played his last game on Monday night against the Florida Panthers.

  • Quick announced his retirement on April 13, 2026.
  • His final NHL game was on April 13, 2026 against the Florida Panthers.

The players

Jonathan Quick

A 40-year-old goaltender from Milford, Connecticut who played nearly two decades in the NHL, winning two Stanley Cups with the Los Angeles Kings and representing the United States in the 2014 Olympics.

Chris Drury

The general manager of the New York Rangers, who praised Quick's work ethic and dedication in a statement announcing his retirement.

John Gardner

The legendary high school hockey coach at Avon Old Farms, where Quick played before turning pro.

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What they’re saying

“'He earned the respect of his teammates, coaches and staff members through his work ethic and dedication to his craft. Jonathan is a special person and player, and the entire Rangers organization wishes him — along with his wife, Jackie, and three children, Madison, Carter and Cash — all the best in retirement.'”

— Chris Drury, New York Rangers General Manager

The takeaway

Jonathan Quick's retirement marks the end of an illustrious career for one of the most accomplished American-born goalies in NHL history. His two Stanley Cup championships, Conn Smythe Trophy, and Olympic appearance cemented his legacy as an elite netminder, and his work ethic and dedication to the game earned him the respect of teammates, coaches, and fans alike.