Can Henrik Lundqvist Carry the New York Rangers Through Another Season?

August 30th, 2010 by nick p Leave a reply »
For the previous two seasons, Henrik Lundqvist has given the New York Rangers an opportunity to play in the playoffs. Though the Rangers missed the playoffs last season, by only one point, if it weren’t for Henrik Lundqvist the Rangers would’ve been out of playoff sights in December.

“King” Henrik kept the Rangers in playoff sight, and was the go-to guy late in the season. His devotion to the Rangers was amazing, even when things got rough and he was barley given any time off. His hard work and effort didn’t go unnoticed, though; Hank was voted Rangers MVP yet again for the fourth consecutive season.

Missing the playoffs was a major disappointment for “King” Henrik. As it was the first time he has missed out on the playoffs in his career.

In no way was it his fault, though.

I never understood why Ranger fans continuously knocked on Henrik. Yes, he had his streak of bad games, but overall his play was outstanding game in, and game out. He is always ready to play and always ready to win. He was given little rest last season, especially when March came around.

In a recent interview Lundqv ...

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