Former New Jersey Devils defenseman Scott Niedermayer became the third player in franchise history to have his number retired Friday, when the team honored him in a ceremony before the Devils' 6-3 win while raising his No. 27 to the rafters of Prudential Center. The 38-year-old, whose elite skating ability and winning legacy defined an illustrious 18-season NHL career, received a rousing ovation before thanking the organization, former coaches and teammates, the fans and his family on the momentous occasion.
