New York Rangers: Five Reasons to Worry About Henrik Lundqvist

Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
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March 26, 2017; Anaheim, CA, USA; New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist (30) defends the goal against the Anaheim Ducks during the second period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
March 26, 2017; Anaheim, CA, USA; New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist (30) defends the goal against the Anaheim Ducks during the second period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

New York Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist has been the gold standard at the position over the last decade. However, Lundqvist has seen a decline in his play over the last two seasons. Could now be the time to start worrying about the King?

When the New York Rangers need a big victory, all eyes turn towards the face of their franchise, Henrik Lundqvist. He has been the team’s Rock of Gibraltar for over a decade, turning in stellar performances on a nightly basis.

Now, in his age 35 season, the Sweden native has finally shown signs that his game is slowing down. With several factors playing into Lundqvist’s recent decline, Blue Line Station takes a look at why Rangers’ fans should begin to worry about their franchise goaltender.