Jonathan Quick Surpasses Henrik Lundqvist on NHL Shutout List in Rangers Win

In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Jonathan Quick has solidified his legacy by surpassing a franchise great. The Rangers’ backup goalie achieved his 65th career shutout in a commanding 4-0 victory over the Flames at Madison Square Garden, moving him past the iconic Henrik Lundqvist to claim the 17th spot on the NHL’s all-time shutout list.

With his sights set on the next milestone, Quick now trails only Islanders head coach Patrick Roy, who holds 66 shutouts. Teammate Mike Sullivan emphasized the camaraderie in the locker room, saying, “It was something we were talking about on the bench the whole third period, it was competing hard for Quickie, to help him there.” Sullivan acknowledged the significance of Quick’s achievement, noting, “That’s a remarkable accomplishment in this game,” and praising his competitive spirit and work ethic that inspire the team.

At 40 years old, Quick boasts the highest number of shutouts for any American-born goalie, with a staggering 20 shutouts more than Connor Hellebuyck of the Jets. Additionally, he ranks 12th all-time with 409 wins, although this season has been challenging, with just five victories in 22 appearances (5-15-2).

Reflecting on his achievement, Quick expressed his admiration for Lundqvist, stating, “Any time you’re mentioned with Hank‘s name with anything, it’s special.” He acknowledged Lundqvist’s impact on the city and the organization, as well as his influence on young goaltenders. “Just being in the same conversation with him… it’s humbling,” Quick added.

In a night of milestones, Mika Zibanejad also celebrated his 800th career point. As he approaches 1,000 NHL games, with 993 under his belt before Thursday’s matchup against Winnipeg, Zibanejad reflected on his journey. “It feels surreal,” said the 32-year-old forward. “I think when I was starting to play hockey, I don’t know if that’s what I was dreaming about.” He expressed gratitude for his career while looking forward to more achievements in the future.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.