The PyeongChang Olympics are underway, and the hockey round robin will start soon. Even though the NHL is sitting this one out, there’s still plenty of recognizable names in the men’s tournament, and the women’s tournament looks to be a bigger highlight than ever. That doesn’t mean New Jersey Devils fans won’t see some familiar faces.
Even though Devils fans won’t see their favorite players competing on the Olympic stage, there’s still enough players who have passed through the system to keep fans engaged outside of national loyalty. There’s also several former – and one current – Metropolitan Riveters on the team. With the women’s tournament looking like a bigger attraction – combined with the Rivs being owned by Devils, even if the Devils sometimes forgets that – they will be included on this list.
The rules for inclusion on this list are simple:
- They must have played at least one game for the New Jersey Devils, any of their AHL or ECHL affiliates, or the New York/Metropolitan Riveters
- They must be part of an Olympic roster, either as a player or as management
Without further ado, here are some names Devils and Riveters faithful might recognize.