Henrik Lundqvist

Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion

Henrik Lundqvist - Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion
Born

March 2nd, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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Played as a goaltender in the National Hockey League for the New York Rangers from 2005 to 2020. Achieved success with multiple accolades including the Vezina Trophy in 2012, awarded to the league's best goaltender. Lundqvist also represented Sweden in international competitions, helping secure a gold medal at the 2006 Winter Olympics and a silver medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics. His tenure with the Rangers solidified his reputation as one of the elite goaltenders in the sport, celebrated for his exceptional skill and consistency on the ice.

Vezina Trophy winner in 2012

Olympic gold medalist in 2006

Olympic silver medalist in 2014

Played for the New York Rangers

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