Jonathan Quick retires after Panthers defeat Rangers

The legendary goalie ends his NHL career with a loss in his final game.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:03am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the chaotic final moments of a hockey game, with fragmented shapes and planes of blue, white, and red representing the action on the ice.The legendary career of goaltender Jonathan Quick comes to a close as the Florida Panthers defeat his New York Rangers in his final NHL game.Sunrise Today

Legendary NHL goaltender Jonathan Quick played his final professional hockey game on Monday night, as his New York Rangers were defeated 3-2 by the Florida Panthers in Sunrise, Florida. Quick, a three-time Stanley Cup champion, announced his retirement earlier this season after 18 years in the league.

Why it matters

Quick's retirement marks the end of an era for one of the most accomplished goaltenders of his generation. As the starting netminder for the Los Angeles Kings during their dynastic run in the early 2010s, Quick was a key part of three Stanley Cup championship teams and established himself as one of the league's premier players at his position.

The details

In his final NHL game, Quick made 29 saves but ultimately came up short as the Panthers rallied for a 3-2 victory over the Rangers. The 40-year-old goaltender had announced his plans to retire earlier this season, bringing an end to a storied career that included numerous individual accolades and team successes.

  • Quick announced his retirement earlier this NHL season.
  • The Rangers-Panthers game on April 14, 2026 was Quick's final NHL appearance.

The players

Jonathan Quick

A legendary NHL goaltender who won three Stanley Cup championships with the Los Angeles Kings and is retiring after 18 seasons in the league.

Florida Panthers

The NHL team that defeated Jonathan Quick and the New York Rangers 3-2 in Quick's final professional game.

New York Rangers

The NHL team that Jonathan Quick played his final game for, falling to the Florida Panthers 3-2.

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What they’re saying

“Jonathan Quick is one of the greatest goaltenders of his era, and it's been an honor to compete against him over the years. He'll be missed in the NHL.”

— Aleksander Barkov, Florida Panthers Captain

What’s next

Quick will be eligible for induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2031 after a mandatory 5-year waiting period following his retirement.

The takeaway

Jonathan Quick's retirement marks the end of an iconic NHL career that included three Stanley Cup championships, a Conn Smythe Trophy, and numerous other accolades. His departure leaves a void in the league, but his legacy as one of the all-time great goaltenders will endure.