Predators to retire Pekka Rinne’s jersey number on February 24

The Nashville Predators are set to honour their best net minder of all-time in a big way.

The team announced they will retire Pekka Rinne’s number 35 prior to their game at Bridgestone Arena against the Dallas Stars on Thursday, February 24, 2022.

The four-time All-Star will become the first player in Predators history to have his jersey number retired.

“Having his No. 30 etched in history forever is so well-deserved for a man who has done so much for the city of New York, on and off the ice. It will be a special moment for the entire organization.” said Rangers GM Chris Drury.

The 39-year old posted a 369-213-75 record, 2.43 goals-against average, .918 save percentage and 64 shutouts over a span of 683 career games and 15 seasons, all with the Predators organization. He was also a recipient of the Vezina Trophy for best goalie in 2018, and the King Clancy Memorial Trophy in the final season in 2021.

He currently holds franchise records in wins, shutouts, games played, saves, and total ice time.