Henrik Lundqvist, the former New York Rangers goaltender, has been chosen for the Hockey Hall of Fame in his very first year of eligibility. He’s among seven individuals, including Pierre Turgeon, Caroline Ouellette, Pierre Lacroix, Ken Hitchcock, Tom Barrasso, and Mike Vernon, who were announced as part of the Class of 2023 by the selection committee.
This is a significant honor because it’s not often that a player gets into the Hall of Fame in their first year of eligibility. Lundqvist, whose jersey number 30 was retired by the Rangers in January 2022, will further cement his legacy in the sport by joining this prestigious group. The induction ceremony is set to take place on November 13 in Toronto.
Henrik Lundqvist looks back on his path to the NHL and the immense pride he feels for having played for the New York Rangers. Now, his legacy is set to be firmly established with his upcoming induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Henrik Lundqvist reflects on his journey to the NHL and his pride playing for the New York Rangers.
He will solidify his legacy with an induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame 🔥 pic.twitter.com/6Hc5Cva2hd
— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) November 8, 2023
Lundqvist expressed his gratitude and honor upon hearing the news, mentioning the great players in the Hockey Hall of Fame who inspired him as a child. It’s a special moment for him to be part of this exclusive group.
