The 2013 NHL Draft: What If the New Jersey Devils Traded for Roberto Luongo Instead of Cory Schneider?

The 2013 NHL Draft: What If the New Jersey Devils Traded for Roberto Luongo Instead of Cory Schneider?

The 2013 NHL Draft saw the New Jersey Devils make a surprising move by trading their ninth-overall pick for goalie Cory Schneider. But what if they had chosen to trade for the Vancouver Canucks' other goalie, Roberto Luongo? Let's delve into this pivotal moment in the Devils' history. NHL commissioner Gary Bettman addressed the crowd at the draft, setting the stage for a decision that would have far-reaching implications for the team.