Legendary Netminders Brodeur and Fleury Clash in Epic NHL Quarter-Century Goalie Showdown Voted by Fans
There are moments in sports when you stop and realize—wow, these players didn’t just perform; they defined an era. This Sunday brought one of those moments in the NHL community, as the final piece of the Quarter-Century Team puzzle fell into place with the announcement of the six standout goaltenders who made the cut. These aren’t just names on a list; they’re legends who patrolled the crease with a blend of artistry and grit that elevated the position to another stratosphere. Four of them are enshrined in the Hall of Fame already, while the other two are on a clear path toward that honor, their careers a masterclass in consistency and clutch performance.
Across nearly 25 years of hockey, these netminders have conjured six Stanley Cups, hoisted the Vezina Trophy seven times, and defensively locked down opponents to snag the William M. Jennings Trophy an equal number of times. Oh, and let’s not forget the individual glory of a Hart, a Ted Lindsay, and a Conn Smythe tossed into the mix—proof that goalies can, and do, steal the spotlight when it matters most. The journey to this fan-voted team was a rigorous one, kicking off after every NHL franchise unveiled its first and second teams, with only the cream of the crop—those named to a club’s top squad—eligible to vie for this exclusive honor.
What follows is a tribute to these six netminders, laid out in alphabetical order, along with the clubs where they made their biggest marks. All eyes are on their stats and stories from Jan. 1, 2000, through Dec. 31, 2024—a period that’s seen records shattered and playoff drama that could rival any screenplay.
The final group of players in the NHL Quarter-Century Team was unveiled Sunday. The latest group is made up of the six goalies voted onto the team.
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