After dropping the last two games in shootouts, the New Jersey Devils needed to pick up two points in an emotional game on Martin Brodeur night. Ceremonies can be a draining distraction for athletes, taking them out of their routine and then putting them on an emotional high that can lead to mistakes. Coming off two losses, and getting bumped from a Wild Card spot, the Devils needed a win.
Cory Schneider pulled his best Marty impression, making several brilliant saves, two on breakaways early in the game to keep the Devils in the game.
Social media was abuzz with #SoluteMB30, as the NHL’s all-time wins leader was honored before a sell-out crowd.