Even though the “Henrique it’s over” call is Doc’s best goal call, nothing can top the call Doc made during the final seconds of the 1995 Stanley Cup Finals: “The championship to New Jersey. The Devils win the Stanley Cup.” This call was gift for the Devils and Devils fans. It resembled that the Devils finally reached the pinnacle of the hockey world after years of frustration and humiliation. It was the perfect call for this moment in Devils history. It was not like any other calls where it says the x team wins the Stanley Cup. This call will always be in the hearts and minds of Devils fans and they hope that they can hear those words again in years to come.
That is my top “five” New Jersey Devils calls done by Doc Emrick. I want to thank Doc for everything for has done for the Devils and the entire hockey world. His wonderful personality, expertise in broadcasting, and devotion to hockey life, and helping the community will be missed by me and many hockey fans. In addition, his many words and phrases including his infamous “hit the post with the shot” will be missed as well.
What do you guys think? Do you agree with my selections? Which calls are your favorite? Please feel free to leave a comment below and let’s get a discussion going.