Messier has remained the most visible of the four, befitting his role as the Rangers' longtime captain and charismatic leader.

He is currently vice-captain to the Sepahan's longtime captain, Moharram Navidkia.

He held the record of most appearances for the club for several years, while also being the side's longtime captain.

Lamoriello also left open the door for Scott Stevens, the Devils' longtime captain, to return.

Two weeks ago, Sampson dropped the longtime captain, John Harkes, from the World Cup team.

Warren Barrett, the team's goalkeeper and longtime captain, said: "There is a bond through which we have united a country.

Immonen's playing number 24 is currently retired by Jokerit in honour of his services as the longtime captain of the team.

Earlier in the week, Wilkens named Marbury a co-captain, along with the longtime captain, Allan Houston.

The longtime captain of the Apollo's chorus line, she is the oldest member of the Silver Belles and the one with the wittiest tongue.

His old friend and the longtime captain of the Hood had been offered the promotion Picard had turned down.