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58. John Vanbiesbrouck

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58. John Vanbiesbrouck

John Vanbiesbrouck’s career may be best described by just “missing out”. He achieved great success as a New York Ranger was but outplayed by Mike Richter who won the starting job and “Beezer” was shipped out before he could see the Rangers win that elusive Cup. His best work was with the Florida Panthers where he gave that team “legitimacy” and actually took that team to a Stanley Cup berth where he again “missed out” on winning. John Vanbiesbrouck seemingly had many very good seasons but not exactly a great one, or a career-defining moment. His total of 374 career NHL wins is impressive, but he just lacked that intangible that makes it possible for the Hall to keep him out.

 

Should John Vanbiesbrouck be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 66%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 15.4%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 8%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 10.5%

The Bullet Points

  • Country of Origin: Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A.
  • Eligible Since: Saturday, 01 January 2005
  • Position: Goalie
  • Played For: Florida Panthers, New Jersey Devils, New York Islanders, New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers
  • Non-NHL Teams: Team U.S.A. (Olympics 1998, Canada Cup 1987 & 1991, World Hockey Championship 1985, 1987, 1989 & 1991)
  • Major Accolades and Awards: Vezina Trophy (1986)
    First Team All-Star (1986)
    Second Team All-Star (1994)
    NHL All-Star (1994, 1996 & 1997)
    Most Wins (1986)
    Stanley Cup Rings (None)
    Canada Cup Silver Medal (1) (U.S.A., 1991)

Should John Vanbiesbrouck be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 66%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 15.4%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 8%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 10.5%
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