Dave's Life

On Tuesday night, Mike Modano joined a very elite group of athletes becoming only the 39th player in NHL history to net 500 goals.  Given Mike Modano's early career when he was known as an offensive-only player (if somewhat of a liability), he was on pace for hitting this mark ealier in his career.  However, through influences of Bob Gainey and Ken Hitchcock, Mike Modano modified his game considerably to become a strong 2-way player, giving up potentially higher total numbers in an effort to be a more well rounded and stronger player.   The goal was also a big moment for John Klemm who clocked his 100th assist on the goal, although it was certainly overshadowed last night!  I am sure it is cool for him to be a part of that moment though.   Modano is now one of only 2 US-born players to reach this, the other being Joe Mullen with 502.  Barring some career ending disaster, I think it is safe to say that Mike Modano will soon hold the record for US born player.