NEW YORK — As the final horn blared on Sunday night, Jonathan Quick was embraced joyfully by his New York Rangers teammates in the crease following a triumphant match. The Rangers secured a 4-2 win against the Vegas Golden Knights, marking not only a crucial victory that ended their three-game losing streak but also a landmark achievement for Quick, as it was his 400th career win. This milestone made him the first goaltender born in the United States to reach this number.
In his post-game comments, Quick was quick to attribute the success to his teammates. “Great effort up and down the lineup,” the 39-year-old veteran remarked. “Everybody competed. … That was a gutsy effort.” Quick, who spent his formative years as a Rangers fan in Connecticut and amassed 370 of his wins with the Los Angeles Kings during his NHL tenure, shared insights about the personal significance of this landmark victory. “It means I have been lucky enough to play with a lot of great hockey players who value winning and put that above all else,” he reflected. “I’m just grateful that I have been on some great teams over the course of my career, this one included here.”
Reaching the 400-win milestone places Quick among an exclusive group as he becomes the 15th goalie in NHL history to achieve this feat, and the third active goaltender alongside Marc-Andre Fleury and Sergei Bobrovsky. He is also the fourth goaltender in Rangers history to achieve this milestone, following the legends of Henrik Lundqvist, Terry Sawchuk, and Jacques Plante. Lundqvist, who spent his entire career with the Rangers, logged 459 wins, placing him sixth on the all-time list.
After enduring a stretch of games without a win since earning his 399th win against Boston earlier in the month, Quick’s current season record stands at 7-5-2, building off an 18-win performance last year. He is known for his pivotal roles in winning Stanley Cups with the Kings in 2012 and 2014 and for contributing to the Golden Knights’ championship victory in 2023. His skill has garnered him two nominations for the Vezina Trophy, with six seasons surpassing 30 wins while he was with Los Angeles.
Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette praised Quick’s role as a veteran presence, emphasizing the leadership impact he provides even as the backup to Igor Shesterkin. “If you watch him on a daily basis, it’s not hard to figure out why he’s reached that number,” Laviolette noted, highlighting Quick’s work ethic and professionalism.
Defenseman K’Andre Miller, who scored the game-winning goal during New York’s three-goal surge in the third period, pointed out that Quick’s influence extends beyond the ice. “Opening up the door for guys … putting up waters, just doing anything he can to be a part of the team and make sure the energy is up and we’re staying locked into games,” Miller said, underscoring Quick’s commitment to team spirit.
Artemi Panarin, the Rangers’ leading scorer who contributed a goal and two assists in the game, expressed his excitement for Quick. “Happy for him, congratulations,” Panarin stated. “I’m hoping he gets more.”
Overall, Quick’s journey and accomplishment continue to inspire his teammates, reflecting not just individual success but the collective effort of the team dynamic that drives their pursuit of victory.
