Five current and historical NHL superstars we wished played for New Jersey Devils

2. Bobby Orr

Before this iconic defensive player on the ice, defensemen didn’t venture inside the opposing blue line — instead opting the offense to their forwards. Orr changed this, revolutionizing the way defense is played in hockey. And attacking up the ice paid off. The former Boston Bruins player totaled 874 points across 596 games played. Orr also won eight Norris Trophies, three Hart Trophies and led the Bruins to two Stanley Cups.

Among NHL teams, the Bruins are one of the more well-known names. For those individuals not familiar with hockey, odds are they’ve at least heard of the Bruins. This is largely thanks in part to Orr. Should Orr have been a Devils player when he revolutionized the game, it would’ve given the Devils a lot more notoriety than they already currently possess.

1. Wayne Gretzky

Coming in to likely nobody’s surprise at No. 1, is the one and only Wayne Gretzky. And for good reason. Gretzky, one of the main reasons for the NHL’s rise in popularity in the modern sports era, currently holds over 60 NHL records. He amassed 2,857 points in 1,487 games played and also won nine Hart trophies, 10 Art Ross trophies, and — of course — four Stanley Cups.

His legacy speaks for itself. And for those who consider him to be overhyped, imagine the Rock being filled with people wearing Gretzky’s name on the back of their Devils’ jerseys. Imagine not only the athletic prowess that would have come with him being a member of the Devils instead of the Edmonton Oilers but also the monetary gain it would have brought the Devils.