No player embodied the Devils’ rise from hockey wilderness to Stanley Cup greatness more than Ken Daneyko. He witnessed the franchise’s humble beginnings after the move from Colorado and watched as the Devils became a model organization. His tough-nosed attitude and willingness to pulverize his own body and others led him to be beloved by New Jersey fans, having his number retired by the team. In this wide-ranging interview, Daneyko tackles his public battle with alcoholism and his uncomfortable finale which came in Game 7 of the Cup Final. Daneyko handles analysis for the Devils on MSG and discusses this young core’s playoff experience and win over the Rangers. Daneyko is a throwback to a rough and tumble-era of hockey and takes us back through his stories.
0:00 Intro
3:15 Devils-Rangers 2023
4:40 Early days with Devils
7:25 Winning the Stanley Cup in ’95/rivalry with Rangers
11:55 New Jersey mentality
15:25 Getting front teeth knocked out
19:30 Battles with alcoholism
27:35 Game 7 Stanley Cup Finals/final shift
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