Subban owes Iginla one

With the announcement of the Jarome Iginla Hockey Hall of Fame induction, PK Subban paid a short tribute to the former captain of the Calgary Flames, who in his opinion was an inspiration to all African-Americans. .

On Twitter, the defender published a photo of the cover of the video game NHL 19, of which Subban was the headliner, side by side with that of the game NHL 2003, where we can observe the famous number 12. For the star of New Jersey Devils, this is the first installment in the series that he has had in his hands.

“Words can’t describe what it meant to me to see a guy who looked like me on the cover of an NHL video game. It gave me the confidence to believe in myself and believe that anything was possible, ”he said on Friday.

“Even playing in the major leagues like him!” Congratulations Iggy on your incredible career and thank you for being the example to follow that I and so many others needed, ”continued Subban.

In 20 seasons in the National League, including 15 with the Flames, Jarome Iginla has collected 1,300 points and played 1,554 games. He also got hold of two Maurice-Richard trophies and an Art-Ross, in addition to being considered one of the best leaders of his generation.