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He scored the historic overtime goal against the Chicago Blackhawks on April 3, 1988, to send his team to the playoffs for the first time.
15 Interesting Facts About John MacLean
A key figure in New Jersey Devils history, John MacLean scored the legendary goal that sent the team to their first playoffs and later helped them win the 1995 Stanley Cup.
Position
Right wing
Jersey
#15
Status
Retired
Teams
6
Facts
15
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He won his first Stanley Cup as a player in 1995, serving as an alternate captain.
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He won a second Stanley Cup with his long-time franchise in 2003 while serving as an assistant coach.
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He was selected sixth overall by the New Jersey Devils in the 1983 NHL Entry Draft.
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He was the all-time leading scorer for his primary franchise until his record was broken in 2009.
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He recorded three consecutive 40-goal seasons from 1988-89 to 1990-91.
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He missed the entire 1991-92 NHL season due to a serious knee injury sustained during a preseason game.
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He was named his team's MVP for the 1989-90 season.
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He was fired as head coach of his former team after a 9-22-2 start to the 2010-11 season.
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He represented Canada internationally, winning a silver medal at the 1989 World Championships.
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He played in the 1977 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament as a youth with a team from Oshawa.
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He served as the head coach of the Lowell Devils in the AHL during the 2009-10 season before being promoted to NHL head coach.
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He was named to the Memorial Cup tournament All-Star Team in 1983 while playing junior hockey for the Oshawa Generals.
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He holds his primary franchise's record for the most career power play points with 197.
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During the 1998 playoffs, he led his team in both goals and points despite only playing in six games.
About John MacLean
John MacLean was a premier goal-scoring right winger who spent the majority of his 18-season NHL career with the New Jersey Devils, helping them win their first Stanley Cup in 1995. Known for his clutch scoring, he later transitioned into coaching, serving as head coach and assistant coach for multiple NHL franchises.
Career Achievements & Milestones
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Stanley Cup Champion (Player)
1995
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Stanley Cup Champion (Assistant Coach)
2003
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NHL All-Star Game
1989
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NHL All-Star Game
1991
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New Jersey Devils Ring of Honor Inductee
2025
Player Information & Stats
Detailed career statistics and background information about John MacLean.
Player Info
Country: Canada
Position: Right wing
Jersey #: 15
Status: Retired
Age: 61 years old
Physical Stats
Height: 6' 0" (183 cm)
Weight: 200 lbs (91 kg)
Born: Oshawa, Ontario
Career Stats
Seasons: 18
Goals: 413
Assists: 429
Points: 842
Teams: 6
Drafted: 1983
Round: 1st
Teams & Career
New Jersey Devils San Jose Sharks New York Rangers Manitoba Moose Dallas Stars Utah Grizzlies
John MacLean played for 6 different teams during his 18 seasons career. He was originally drafted 1st overall by the New Jersey Devils in 1983.