The New Jersey Devils have had a colorful 44 years in the National Hockey League (NHL), peaking in 1995, 2000, and 2003 when the team won their three Stanley Cup titles. Several of the best players in franchise history played during these seasons, the most notable of which are the following:
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Martin Brodeur
Brodeur has a legitimate claim to two “greatest ever” titles: the greatest Devil and the greatest goalie in history. He was instrumental in all three championship runs, forming a brick wall on the net and making it difficult for opponents to score. He also won three Vezina and five William Jenning trophies, which are awarded to the best goaltender in a season, and set several all-time records in the NHL, including wins, shutouts, games played, and more.
Scott Stevens
Brodeur did not do it alone; had plenty of help. One of the notable defensemen on the team was Scott Stevens. He was considered as one of the hardest hitters in the history of the sport, and saved the best of his performances for his face-offs against the best offensive players back then, such as Eric Lindros and Paul Kariya. While Stevens showed impeccable skills in the rink, he was also known for his leadership, with teammates complimenting him for making them better.
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Steve Scansaroli here, an electrical and computer engineering sophomore at The College of New Jersey. I love watching hockey and I am an avid fan of the New Jersey Devils. Read more about the team here.
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