Marc-Andre Fleury hasn’t suited up for the Pittsburgh Penguins since the 2016-17 season, yet he still holds a special place in the hearts of fans.
On Tuesday night, Fleury made his last trip to Pittsburgh before retiring at the end of the 2024-25 season. He played a key role in leading the Minnesota Wild to a 5-3 victory over his old team.
Fleury not only earned top honors as the No. 1 star of the game but also received an emotional farewell from Penguins fans. They all stayed behind to cheer him on one last time as he skated around to thank them.
Fans’ Emotional Farewell:
Seeing their beloved player again brought back memories for many fans, reminding them of his glory days with the team. Fans might feel like they’re saying goodbye to an old friend.
Despite playing against their team, supporters couldn’t help but show love and appreciation for everything he’s done in Pittsburgh.
The atmosphere was electric as cheers echoed throughout the arena, showing just how much Fleury means to everyone there.
What do you think about this heartfelt farewell?
