No one was expecting the shocking and heartbreaking news that Henrik Lundqvist announced in December that he wouldn't be with the Washington Capitals this season because of a heart condition requiring surgery.

Earlier in the month, Lundqvist underwent surgery and shared a heartwarming update that everything went well on day 3, with a photo drawn by his daughter.

After nine days in the hospital, he was finally released to go home and had the best homecoming welcome. He also mentioned how much he missed his family.