Overtime Podcast: Season 2 - Ep 23 - Ken Daneyko
Ken Daneyko is a 3 time Stanley Cup Champion who was drafted in the first round of the 1982 NHL Entry Draft. He played his entire 20 year NHL career with the New Jersey Devils setting numerous Devil’s team records - two of which – most games played (1,283 games) and most penalty minutes (2,516), both remain as Franchise records to this day!! He was part of New Jersey's humble NHL beginnings and endured the lean early years & growing pains as the Devils became a model NHL organization, and eventual three time Stanley Cup Champions. Ken's tough-nosed attitude and willingness to sacrifice his own body led him to be beloved by New Jersey fans, and eventually having his number retired by the team. In 2002, he was the winner of the Bill Masterton Trophy awarded annually for perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey. Since his retirement from the Devils in 2003, he has been active as an Analyst and colour commentator for New Jersey Devils broadcasts on MSG. Most importantly, after struggling with alcohol addiction throughout a great deal of his playing career, he is proudly celebrating his 13th year of sobriety!! We are thrilled to welcome Ken Daneyko to our show! ENJOY!!
Ken Daneyko is a 3 time Stanley Cup Champion who was drafted in the first round of the 1982 NHL Entry Draft. He played his entire 20 year NHL career with the New Jersey Devils setting numerous Devil’s team records - two of which – most games played (1,283 games) and most penalty minutes (2,516), both remain as Franchise records to this day!! He was part of New Jersey's humble NHL beginnings and endured the lean early years & growing pains as the Devils became a model NHL organization, and eventual three time Stanley Cup Champions. Ken's tough-nosed attitude and willingness to sacrifice his own body led him to be beloved by New Jersey fans, and eventually having his number retired by the team. In 2002, he was the winner of the Bill Masterton Trophy awarded annually for perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey. Since his retirement from the Devils in 2003, he has been active as an Analyst and colour commentator for New Jersey Devils broadcasts on MSG. Most importantly, after struggling with alcohol addiction throughout a great deal of his playing career, he is proudly celebrating his 13th year of sobriety!! We are thrilled to welcome Ken Daneyko to our show! ENJOY!!
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