Seeing Steven Stamkos in a Nashville uniform might not be as jarring as expected, reflecting how fans have grown used to players switching teams. Marty St. Louis in a Rangers jersey and Raymond Bourque winning the Cup with Colorado after a long Bruins career serve as prime examples. Loyalty seems less enduring in today’s NHL, with only a few like Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin remaining true to one team throughout.
Selecting the all-time one-team All-Stars is a nostalgic journey. Ken Dryden, despite a short career, leads as the first-team goaltender for Montreal, while Carey Price follows for his commitment to the Canadiens. On defense, Nicklas Lidstrom of the Red Wings and Denis Potvin of the Islanders stand out. Mario Lemieux headlines the first-team forwards, flanked by Maurice Richard and Alex Ovechkin. The second team features legends like Jean Beliveau and Mike Bossy, honoring their single-franchise careers.
In the Rangers’ lore, Henrik Lundqvist is the go-to goaltender, with Ron Greschner and Adam Fox on defense. Chris Kreider, Walt Tkachuk, and Rod Gilbert complete the forward lineup, celebrating their lasting impact on the franchise.
