Brian Mullen
15 Interesting Facts
A skilled New York native, Brian Mullen played over 800 NHL games across four teams before his career was prematurely ended by health issues.
He was selected in the seventh round of the 1980 NHL entry draft.
He participated in the 1989 NHL All-Star Game.
He grew up playing roller hockey in the streets of Manhattan.
He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and played under Bob Johnson.
He served as a stick boy for the New York Rangers during his youth.
He recorded 30 points in 62 career postseason games.
He was a member of the 1984 United States Canada Cup team.
He represented the United States in the 1989 and 1991 Ice Hockey World Championships.
He worked as a radio color analyst for the New York Rangers for two seasons.
He suffered a small stroke caused by a blood clot in August 1993.
He was ranked number 89 on the list of 100 Ranger Greats published in 2009.
He was forced to retire from professional hockey following a seizure in 1994.
He spent eight years working in the NHL front office after his playing career ended.
He played for the New Jersey Rockets in the NYJHL during the 1979-80 season.
He scored 50 points during his rookie NHL season with Winnipeg.
About Brian Mullen
Brian Mullen was an American winger who enjoyed an eleven-season NHL career, notably playing for the Winnipeg Jets and his hometown New York Rangers. His professional journey was cut short in 1993 due to a medical condition, leading to his retirement after a brief stint with the Islanders.
Career Achievements & Milestones
NHL All-Star Game
1989
Lester Patrick Trophy
1995
100 Ranger Greats
2009
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Teams & Career
Brian Mullen played for 4 different teams during his 11 seasons career. He was originally drafted 7th overall by the Winnipeg Jets in 1980.