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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...

Devils VS Senators 6-2, 12/29/23

 






   The Devils played against the Senators on Friday, December 29th in Ottawa. They got another great win and will be playing the Bostin Bruins on December 30th as their last game in 2023. The Devils won with a 6-2 score!


Here's the Devils lineup against the Senators:

Toffoli - Hughes - Bratt

Haula - Hischier - Palat

Meier - McLeod - Mercer

Holtz - Tierney - Bastian


Siegenthaler - Nemec

Hughes - Marino

Bahl - Smith


Daws

Vanecek



   Drake Batherson strikes first, Jack Hughes scores soon after and ties the game 1-1! Jesper Bratt gives the Devils the lead in only SECONDS left in first! The final score of first period being 2-1.


   Dawson Mercer scores his 10th of the season. Tyler Toffoli scores! HOLY TOFFOLI!?! The final score of second period being 4-1.

 

   Brendan Smith scores his first goal as a Devil! Jacob Berard-Docker scores the last goal the Senators get for the rest of the game. LUUUUUUUUUKKKKKKKEEEEE HUGHES SCORES!!! The final score being 6-2.



"It's so exciting to have them support me so much," Brendan Smith said. "Especially after the game, there were just as happy as I was."



- Luke Hughes is the 4th Rookie Points Leader - with 20 points!

Kevin Bahl hit 100 Career Games

- Jesper Bratt hit 200 Career Assist

- This was Nico Daws first game in the NHL since having hip surgery! 

- Jack Hughes stats:

   - 15 Goals

   - 28 Assists

   - 43 Points

- Luke Hughes stats:

   - 6 Goals

   - 14 Assists

   - 20 Points



"I was pretty nervous for the first period and getting the first couple shots," Nico Daws said. "After that, I settled into it and the pace of the game."








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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   



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