Several years ago, Devils president and general manager Lou Lamoriello mentioned in a Chase commercial about coming close is not good enough when better should be expected.
That's his philosophy of success, and what he expects out of his team.
Since the last two years, the Devils have been an one-and-done team. They almost advanced to the second round last year until the team fell apart in the waning seconds of Game Seven of the Devils/Hurricanes in the first round.
Martin Brodeur contributed to the team's collapse, giving up two savable goals in a span of few seconds of regulation. It was the tying goal and the game-winning goal.
The Devils finished their season. The Hurricanes played the Bruins in the next round.
Last year was unacceptable. This year will be no different if the same scenario happens.
It's one thing for folks to accept this for the last few years. The team was rebuilding with guys like S ...
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Article written by Leslie Monteiro