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  Graphic: Genevive Oliver When you talk about players who truly defined the Pittsburgh Penguins, a name that isn't just on the list, but at the very top for so many fans is Marc-Andre Fleury. 'Flower,' as he was universally known, wasn't just a goaltender; he was a defining presence for over a decade, famous for his heart-stopping saves, that famous smile, and a sheer dedication that never wavered. His career wasn't just about stats; it was a remarkable journey from a highly anticipated first overall pick to a three-time Stanley Cup champion, a testament to his remarkable perseverance, unwavering development, and the deep, enduring connection he forged with Pittsburgh. The Budding Star: From First Pick to Full-Time Starter On draft day in 2003, when the Pittsburgh Penguins made the bold move of selecting Marc-Andre Fleury first overall - a rare and significant distinction for a goaltender - is when the excitement began. Only 18 years old, Fleury promptly made his N...
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Devils VS Bruins 5-2, 12/30/23

 






   The Devils played in Boston on Saturday, December 30th. They were in the lead in first and a bit in second period. The Bruins won with a 5-2 score!


Here's the Devils lineup against the Bruins:

Toffoli - Hughes - Bratt

Haula - Hischier - Palat

Meier - McLeod - Mercer

Holtz - Tierney - Bastian


Siegenthaler - Nemec

Hughes - Marino

Bahl - Smith


Vanecek

Daws


Here's the Bruins lineup against the Devils:

Zacha - Geekie - Pastrnak

Marchand - Coyle - DeBrusk

Riemsdyk - Merkulov - Frederic

Heinen - Beecher - Lauko


Lohrei - McAvoy

Lindholm - Carlo

Grzeleyk - Shattenkirk


Ullmark

Swayman



   Nico Hischier strikes first, getting the Devils in the lead by 1! The final score of first period being 1-0.


   LUUUUUUUUKKKKEEEEE HUGHES SCORES! Jake DeBrusk scores the first goal for the Bruins and David Pastrnak scores, tying it up! Pastrnak scores his second of the night - Kevin Shattenkirk scores, the final score of second period being 4-2.


   Kevin Shattenkirk scores his second of the night! The final score being 5-2.



"We had a great start," Erik Haula said. "We gave ourselves a chance to win tonight again, and then we let up a little bit. It just can't happen and we got to get better from it."



- Luke Hughes stats:

   - 7 Goals

   - 14 Assists

   - 21 Points

- Nico Hischier stats:

   - 8 Goals

   - 9 Assists

   - 17 Points

- Kevin Shattenkirk hit the 100 Career Goal milestone!

- David Pastrnak stats:

   - 22 Goals

   - 26 Assists

   - 48 Points



"They are a very high skilled team," David Pastrnak said. "They feed a lot from rushes, so we wanted to play them in their zone."







POST-RAW : Nico Hischier
POST-RAW : Lindy Ruff

POST-GAME : Jim Montgomery
Locker Room Raw : Kevin Shattenkirk

*All photos used by the New Jersey Devils used with permission*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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