Tuesday night, Devils goalie Martin Brodeur got his 552nd career win, surpassing Patrick Roy for the most all-time wins by a goalie. It was a tremendous achievement, and Brodeur is very deserving.
He has played 16 seasons, all with the New Jersey Devils. He possesses a career 2.20 goals against average and a .914 career save percentage. In addition, he has 100 career shutouts, three shy of tying the all-time record. The sick thing is, he will soon turn 37 and is still at the top of his game. He is 14-3-2 with a 2.06 GAA and a .923 save percentage on the season. His GAA would be best in the NHL this season if he didn't miss that time hurt.
Brodeur has put his mark on the NHL and is arguably the best goalie of all time. Watching him play is a treat. He makes saves no other goalie can make. When he returned after missing months with an injury, he recorded two shutouts in his first three starts back. This would have cemented his place in hockey glory if he wasn't already there.
When Brodeur retires, the Hall of Fame will gladly open its doors for him. He is a tremendous goaltender and it is fitting that he now holds a prestigious record. The career shutouts record is looming, and Brodeur will break many more records before he calls it a career.
- Miniaci
