John Vanbiesbrouck Memorabilia & Collectibles

About John Vanbiesbrouck Memorabilia & Collectibles

John Vanbiesbrouck, nicknamed “Breezer,” is a retired American professional ice hockey player in the National Hockey League. He was born in Detroit, Michigan and played as goaltender for numerous teams in the national league; the New York Rangers, Florida Panthers, Philadelphia Flyers, New York Islanders and the New Jersey Devils. He was listed at 5 ft. 8 in. and 176 lbs. When He was fifteen years of age, his father drove him to Sault Ste Marie in Ontario, Canada to try out in the Ontario Hockey League. In 1979, Vanbiesbrouck was able to join the team of Greyhounds of the said league. Vanbiesbrouck became the number one goaltender of the Greyhounds for three years then.

 

In 1981, Vanbiesbrouck made his entry in the National Football League when was drafted by the New York Rangers during the 1981 NHL Entry Draft. He was the fourth round pick of the team in the draft. On December 5, 1981, Vanbiesbrouck made his professional debut at the age of eighteen in a match against the Colorado Rockies. He also participated in four International Ice Hockey Federation Championships; in 1982, 1983, 1985, and 1989. He had his last season in 2002 with the New Jersey Devils. In 2007, Vanbiesbrouck was inducted into the United States Hockey Hall of Fame.

 

When it comes to hockey fans, nothing would be more fun than collecting NHL trading cards and tickets and NHL game used items of your favorite hockey players such as game used pucks. And why not let your family dress up in NHL fashion by purchasing NHL men’s apparel and NHL children’s apparel.

About John Vanbiesbrouck:

John Vanbiesbrouck (full name: John Vanbiesbrouck; no nicknames) played goalie from 1982 until 2002 for the New York Rangers, Florida Panthers, Philadelphia Flyers, New York Islanders and New Jersey Devils. He played for the Rangers from 1982 - 1993, Panthers from 1994 - 1998, Flyers from 1999 - 2000, Islanders in 2001 and Devils from 2001 - 2002. Over 20 seasons, he played 882 games, scored 0 goals, and made 38 assists. Born in Detroit, Michigan on September 4, 1963, Vanbiesbrouck stands 5-8 and weighs 176 lbs. He was drafted by the New York Rangers in the 4th round (72nd overall) of the 1981 NHL Entry Draft. Vanbiesbrouck officially announced retirement on May 22, 2002.