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Jonathan Quick's games in Los Angeles should be savored
Summary
Jonathan Quick, 40, started for the Rangers in Los Angeles and allowed four goals in a 4-3 loss, while fans marked what may be one of his final appearances there.
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Jonathan Quick started for the New York Rangers in Los Angeles in what could be one of his final appearances in the building where he won two Stanley Cups with the Kings. He turned 40 this week and has said he is open to playing beyond this season, though there is no guarantee he will return to Los Angeles as a player. The Rangers have been dealing with injuries and are in a retool phase, which has increased Quick's workload this season. Fans and former teammates acknowledged his past contributions and showed visible support during the game.
Key details:
- Jonathan Quick is 40 and started for the Rangers in a 4-3 loss to the Kings in Los Angeles.
- He allowed four goals on 27 shots and described his performance as "Not enough saves."
- Quick spent parts of 16 seasons with the Kings, won two Stanley Cups and earned the 2012 Conn Smythe Trophy.
- Since Igor Shesterkin's injury, Quick has had added starts and has allowed four or more goals in four of five starts; his season save percentage is .885.
- Fans in the arena wore Quick jerseys, held signs and chanted in support during the game.
- Quick has a 20-team no-trade list, has said he wants to finish the year with the Rangers, and the team has described a retool period that could affect pending free agents.
Summary:
Quick's appearance in Los Angeles highlighted the contrast between his storied past with the Kings and the current uncertainty in his career. Decisions about his future with the Rangers are pending and tied to the club's retooling and roster choices. Undetermined at this time.
