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Helene Elliott: Kings players and fans pay homage to Jonathan Quick and his legendary L.A. career

Jonathan Quick of the New York Rangers reacts to applause from the crowd after a stop in play to recognize his accomplishments as a member of the Los Angeles Kings during the first period against the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena on Jan. 20, 2024, in Los Angeles.

His posture was so familiar. The uniform, not so much.

As the national anthem played Saturday before the Kings and New York Rangers faced off at Cyypto.com Arena, Jonathan Quick stood, bent over, his body angled toward the row of seven retired Kings jerseys displayed at one end of the ice.

Someday, a version of the No. 32 he wore for parts of 16 Kings seasons will join that group. He has earned his own row, really, for being the backbone of their two Stanley Cup championships, the most valuable player in their surprising

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