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New Jersey Devils: Three replacements for Cory Schneider

By Vincent Parise

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - FEBRUARY 19: Patrick Warburton who played the part of David Puddy on the TV show Seinfeld greets Cory Schneider #35 of the New Jersey Devils prior to the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Prudential Center on February 19, 2019 in Newark, New Jersey. The Devils gave out 'Puddy' bobble head dolls before the game. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - FEBRUARY 19: Patrick Warburton who played the part of David Puddy on the TV show Seinfeld greets Cory Schneider #35 of the New Jersey Devils prior to the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Prudential Center on February 19, 2019 in Newark, New Jersey. The Devils gave out 'Puddy' bobble head dolls before the game. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images) /
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New Jersey Devils Corey Crawford
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Chicago Blackhawks. Corey Crawford. 50. player. 94. . G

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Thursday that they are not going to be signing a contract extension with their long-time franchise goalie. That is the end of an era as Corey Crawford won’t be their starting goalie for the first time in almost a decade. He has had tremendous success there which makes him an attractive player to come help this young New Jersey Devils team grow. He has done just about everything there is to do in the NHL.

The two biggest moments of his career are the two times he won the Stanley Cup. He was a pivotal part of both of them as Chicago needed him to make big saves at key opportunities. He also has incredible career numbers and has done a lot of winning in the regular season. He would make a big impact on the Devils just on experience alone.

The only thing that could stop Crawford from coming to New Jersey is that he would have to be a backup to Mackenzie Blackwood. At this point in his career, that would probably be good for him. He split time with Robin Lehner in 2019-20 until Lehner was traded and he looked fresh as a result. This would be the type of addition that helps the team both on and off the ice.

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