Rangers buyout Lundqvist's contract

[langway05]

Rangers buyout Lundqvist's contract

The “King” of Madison Square Garden has been deposed.



The New York Rangers have bought out the contract of star goaltender Henrik Lundqvist, parting ways with one of their greatest players in franchise history after 15 mostly spectacular seasons.

“Few players have been as important to the Rangers franchise as Henrik Lundqvist, and we are incredibly grateful for all he has done for our organization,” said James L. Dolan, executive chairman, MSG Sports. “Over his 15-year tenure, he not only established himself as one of the best goaltenders to ever play the game, he has also been one of hockey’s fiercest competitors and most effective ambassadors. He will always be a part of the Rangers family.”

In buying out the final year of the 38-year old's contact, the Rangers will save $3.7 million in cap space for next season. Lundqvist is now a free agent.

 

[TanguayFan]

Be interesting to see if there is the same amount of vitriol towards the Rangers as there was towards the Senators when they bought out Bobby Ryan.

 

[SNobles]

Hope he gets a chance somewhere else but with all of the young talent in the systems now it will be difficult.

 

[TheGriceBoys]

Colorado might give him a shot. He wants to win a Cup, the Avs are definitely a franchise that is going to be a contender for awhile to come, they need a good solid veteran goalie to backup their kids, and they have an absurd 22+ million in cap space with all the key pieces signed except Makars ELC. Seems like a good fit.