The 2024 Stanley Cup playoffs have arrived, meaning playoff beards, handshake lines and goalie masks with unique designs are in the spotlight.
Throughout the 2023-24 season, goaltenders haven’t been shy about sporting special looks.
With the franchise in its 100th season, Boston Bruins goalies Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark have worn masks to commemorate the mark. Toronto Maple Leafs starter Ilya Samsonov similarly paid homage to franchise legends. New York Rangers netminder Jonathan Quick had a Statue of Liberty tribute on one of his masks.
But that’s just a small taste. Here’s a look at the notable masks worn by goalies whose teams will appear in the postseason (with the caveat that some of the special ones probably won’t come out during the playoffs).
Eastern Conference
Swayman headed into the season…
