NHL: The Best Player at Every Number, #1-10

#1: Jacques Plante, Goalie

Jacques Plante played 18 years for the Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers, St. Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Boston Bruins, while also playing for the Edmonton Oilers of the WHA.

During his 18-year playing career, Plante posted a record of 437-246-145 with a .920 save percentage and a 2.38 GAA.

Plante played in 8 all-star games and was a seven-time Vezina Trophy winner, a Hart Trophy winner, and a six-time Stanley Cup Champion.

The best goaltender in NHL history comes with many accolades that are well-earned. A goaltender that faced some of the best shooters in NHL history, Plante will never be forgotten. He played a simple, yet aggressive, game that got the attention of the opposition.

#2: Brian Leetch, Defense

Brian Leetch also played 18 years for the New York Rangers, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Boston Bruins. During his amazing career, he posted 247 goals and 781 assists for 1,028 points and was a +25. He also scored 111 power play goals in his career.

Leetch appeared in 9 all-star games, won the Norris Trophy twice, won the Calder Trophy and the Conn Smythe Trophy, plus enjoyed a memorable Stanley Cup Trophy win that still has people talking.

Leetch is one of the better offensive defensemen in history. He is also part of one of the most storied and talked about Stanley Cup-winning teams. Not the fastest skater, Leetch let his play speak for itself as he became one of the NHL’s best defensemen in the offensive category.