Now for some painful news. It looks like the Washington Capitals are a “clear front runner” for Henrik Lundqvist.
Although bought-out ex-NYR goalie Henrik Lundqvist is currently UFA, he cannot formalize an agreement until Friday. That said, the word on the street is that WSH is the clear frontrunner for the King’s services on what would presumably be a short-term, bargain contract.
— Bob McKenzie (@TSNBobMcKenzie) October 6, 2020
This stings, a lot. Hank going in-division is tough, but also a bit expected. He has a life up here, and going to Washington ensures that he’s still close by and gets enough trips up to NY to see his family. It’s also a team with Stanley Cup aspirations.
There is something nice about seeing Lundqvist and Alex Ovechkin, who had a very professional and respectful rivalry, on the same team. However seeing Hank in a Caps uniform is going to be brutal.
Something else to consider – if fans are not in the stands, then Hank’s return to MSG will be without fans. He deserves better. I don’t know what’s worse – seeing Henrik Lundqvist in a Capitals uniform, or having his return be in an empty Garden.
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