New York Rangers Legendary Goaltender Issues Heartfelt Tribute Following the Passing Of Eddie Giacomin
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From one legendary goalie to another. Today after it was announced that Ed Giacomin passed away at the age of 86, another New York Rangers legend sent a heartfelt tribute to the Hall of Fame goalie, Giacomin.
The New York Rangers have a way of finding goalies that can place the team on their back and take them to the promised land.
That was Eddie Giacomin, who led the New York Rangers to the Stanley Cup finals in 1972. Giacomin, who was traded to the Rangers from the Providence Reds in 1965, played the majority of his NHL career in New York.
He played a total of 610 games in the league, and had a career record of 54 shutouts, 2.82 GAA, 290-208-97, and a .902 save percentage.
Giacomin passed away at the age of 86.
His greatness was recognized today by Henrik Lundqvist, who spent his entire career with the New York Rangers and took the team to the Stanley Cup finals in 2014.
Their similarities are more alike than they think.
Henrik Lundqvist Sends A Heartfelt Tribute to Eddie Giacomin
The heartfelt message to Giacomin was a recognition of the talent that contributed to the Rangers' success in the 1970s. Undoubtedly, an influence on Lundqvist's career down the road.
His influence on the game of hockey can't be discounted, and Lundqvist's touching message reflects on how deep the community goes.
Giacomin played for the New York Rangers and Detroit Red Wings during his 600+ game career.
He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987, adding to the list of accolades, including five All-Star Nominations, and won a Vezina Trophy in 1970-71.
Though he never had Lundqvist's charisma or rockstar sensibilities, he performed when it counted and gave it his all against the Boston Bruins in 1972.
Greatness recognizes greatness.
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