Alzner ‘hanging’ out at Six Flags. (Caps Outsider)
Caps defenseman Karl Alzner played nine seasons in Washington. He’s now a Montreal Canadien, having signed a 5-year, $23.2 million contract, according to TSN’s Bob McKenzie.
Yes, from a business perspective, it was time to move on. But from a fan’s perspective, and even a writer’s perspective, this is sad. Alzner served as the go-to guy in the locker room for quotes, especially when no one else was in the mood to talk.
On the ice, he was the Caps’ iron man, not missing a regular season game in years and playing 540 straight. He didn’t miss any until the playoffs, which technically don’t count against the streak.
Last week, Alzner, already knowing he was on the way out, made it a point to meet fans in Fairfax, including Charlie, the T-Shirt guy.
Thanks, Iron Man @KarlAlzner. And if we don't see you back next season 😫, here's a little something to remember us by. pic.twitter.com/2jf0V1fVsG
— Charlie McManus (@CharlieMcManus9) June 24, 2017
Compiled here are some of our favorite stories and photos of Alzner over the years.
- July 10, 2013: Why We Love Karl Alzner
- May 21, 2012: Alzner and the Media
- January 13, 2012: Karl Alzner Fights!
- January 14, 2012: Karl ‘K.O.’ Alzner Likes His Taste of Fighting
- December 15, 2011: Playing Words With Karl Alzner
Went to District Cryo the other day and I highly recommend it! If you like cold. Or feeling good. Or recovering. Or whatever. pic.twitter.com/RQVGLWis5y
— Karl Alzner (@KarlAlzner) January 6, 2017
ICYMI! Meet @KarlAlzner as Schwartz in the #CapsHolidayCard! #RockTheRed
WATCH NOW: https://t.co/OLjIGsZ8MF pic.twitter.com/pcWbdI331T— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) December 16, 2015
Happy Canadian thanksgiving in my American flag shirt! pic.twitter.com/InO39Y3ZtT
— Karl Alzner (@KarlAlzner) October 10, 2016
