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Devils' Jake Allen Marks 500 NHL Games!
21 Oct
Summary
- Jake Allen celebrated his 500th NHL game on Tuesday.
- He received a silver stick and custom gifts from teammates.
- Allen is the 86th goalie in NHL history to reach this milestone.
Jake Allen, goaltender for the New Jersey Devils, marked his 500th career NHL game on Tuesday. The celebration took place at Prudential Center prior to the team's game against the Colorado Avalanche.
His wife and children shared congratulatory messages via video before Allen skated to center ice to a standing ovation. He was then joined by his family, who were present for the ceremony.
Captain Nico Hischier and alternate captains Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt presented Allen with a custom fishing rod and an engraved Rolex watch. NHL legend Martin Brodeur also presented Allen with a Tiffany Crystal on behalf of the league.
Devils co-owners David and Allison Blitzer honored Allen with his silver stick and provided mini sticks for his children. Allen achieved this career milestone on October 10th in a 4-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks, securing his place as the 86th goalie in NHL history to reach 500 games played.
