World Cup of Hockey 2016: Get to know Sweden’s goalies

Unlike the New York Rangers, Henrik Lundqvist figures to be a complimentary piece for Team Sweden instead of literally the only way they can win games. That being said, if Lundqvist plays like he’s capable of playing the Swedes are in business. If he struggles, well, I think we know what happens when a goalie doesn’t play well in a tournament.

Here’s what Lundqvist said about appearing in the tournament, from NHL.com:

"I'm excited. I think it's going to be a great tournament. Any time you play for your country it's a very special feeling. I still don't know yet how it's going to feel compared to the Olympics, just have to play and see. It's how it started for me, watching the national team play. It's always been very special to put that jersey on, and you're extremely proud every time you do it. The big thing too is you get to play against the best players, kind of like in an Olympic tournament. I'm looking forward to it."

Team Sweden Goalies

Jhonas Enroth, Toronto Maple Leafs

Henrik Lundqvist, New York Rangers

Jacob Markstrom, Vancouver Canucks

PLAYERS TO WATCH

Henrik Lundqvist

Henrik Lundqvist

Henrik Lundqvist

Come on, what did you expect?

Group: B

First Game: Sept. 18, Team Sweden vs. Team Russia, 12 p.m. PT, ESPN