"A king with no Rings", "For what exactly": Fans flame Henrik Lundqvist after being inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame

Henrik Lundqvist, the legendary goaltender, has been placed on the prestigious Hockey Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. He is inducted as part of the esteemed class of 2023.

The highly anticipated announcement ignited a wave of reactions among NHL fans across the globe. Twitter, a hub for passionate hockey enthusiasts, has become a platform for fans to express their thoughts and opinions on Lundqvist's induction.

Among the myriad of tweets, one fan's words encapsulate the sentiments of many:

"Insane how this man doesn't have a Stanley Cup."

Another fan took a more skeptical stance, asking,

"For what exactly?"

However, amidst the range of reactions, an outpouring of support and adoration for Lundqvist emerged from his devoted fans. One passionate follower exclaimed,

"LONG LIVE THE KING!!!! Congratulations, Henrik. You deserve it!!!"

As the news of Lundqvist's imminent induction reverberates throughout the hockey community, it serves the impact he has had on the sport. His stellar performances, record-breaking achievements, and unwavering commitment to excellence have solidified his place among the hockey elite.

A look at Henrik Lundqvist NHL career

Henrik Lundqvist, a renowned and highly affluent hockey player, had a staggering net worth of $35 million. Lundqvist showcased his exceptional skills in the NHL for a remarkable 15-year period.

On September 21, 2000, Lundqvist made his debut for Frolunda HC in the Elitserien league. Unfortunately, they lost 4-2 to Brynas IF. However, he swiftly rebounded and triumphed in his very next game against IF Bjorkloven on the following day. He displayed his resilience by allowing only one goal while stopping 18 shots, despite being at a disadvantage.

His remarkable performance earned him an impressive goals against average of 1.96 and a save percentage of .927 throughout his 180 appearances for Frolunda. He led the team to four consecutive playoff appearances and secured two titles in 2003 and 2005.

In 2005, Lundqvist bid farewell to his home club Frolunda to embark on an illustrious career with the New York Rangers, a journey that spanned 15 years. His exceptional talent and unwavering dedication were recognized. He was honored with a spot on the NHL's first All-Star Team in 2012 and the NHL All-Decade Second Team for the period between 2010 and 2019.

Lundqvist's remarkable achievements include winning the Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award twice. He also clinched the prestigious Vezina Trophy as the NHL's top goaltender in 2012.

Henrik Lundqvist's brilliance extended beyond the NHL. He was named the Best Goaltender in the World Championships in 2004 and was a distinguished member of the World Championship All-Star Team during the same year. Furthermore, in 2014, he received the esteemed honor of being part of the Olympic All-Star Team.

In August 2021, Henrik Lundqvist officially announced his retirement from professional ice hockey. As proof of his incredible contributions, the New York Rangers retired his jersey number, 30, during the 2022 season. Lundqvist is enjoying his retirement and cherishing precious moments with his family.