Scott Gomez and Zach Parise, two celebrated former New Jersey Devils, have been named to the United States Hockey Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. They will be inducted alongside Joe Pavelski, Tara Mounsey, and Bruce Bennett. The induction ceremony will take place on December 10, 2025, in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Scott Gomez, originally from Anchorage, Alaska, made a significant impact during his two stints with the New Jersey Devils. Drafted by the Devils in the first round (27th overall) in 1998, Gomez played eight seasons with the team from 1999-2007 and again in 2014-15. He quickly established himself as a key player, leading the team to a Stanley Cup victory during his rookie season. That year, he recorded 70 points, earning him the Calder Memorial Trophy as NHL Rookie of the Year. Gomez went on to win another Stanley Cup with the Devils in 2003. Known for his offensive prowess and playmaking abilities, Gomez accumulated 484 of his 756 career points while wearing the Devils' black and red. Throughout his 17-year NHL career, Gomez played 1,079 games, tallying 181 goals and 575 assists. He also represented the United States in four international tournaments, including the 2006 Winter Olympics. Currently, Gomez is the head coach of the Chicago Steel in the United States Hockey League.
Zach Parise, a native of Minneapolis, Minnesota, also had a notable career with the New Jersey Devils. Drafted by the Devils in the first round (17th overall) in 2003, Parise played seven seasons with the team from 2005-2012. During the 2008-09 season, he recorded a career-high 45 goals and 94 points. That same season, he set a franchise record for the most shots on goal in a single season with 364. Parise briefly served as the team's captain in 2011-12, leading the Devils to the 2012 Stanley Cup Final. After departing from New Jersey, Parise signed with his hometown team, the Minnesota Wild. He retired from the NHL in 2023-24 after a season with the Colorado Avalanche. Over his 19-year NHL career, Parise played 1,254 games, amassing 434 goals, 455 assists, and 889 points. He also represented Team USA in several international competitions, including the 2010 and 2014 Winter Olympics. At the 2010 Winter Olympics, Parise scored a crucial goal against Canada in the gold medal game, tying the game with less than 30 seconds remaining in regulation.
Joe Pavelski, Tara Mounsey, and Bruce Bennett will also be inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Pavelski has played over 1,300 NHL games and represented the United States at the 2010 Winter Olympics. Mounsey is an Olympic gold medalist and a former standout women's hockey player at Brown University. Bennett is a renowned hockey photographer with over 50 years of experience.
Mike Trimboli, the president of USA Hockey, expressed his excitement for the Class of 2025, stating that their extraordinary contributions have positively impacted the game. The U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Celebration will also include the presentation of the NHL's Lester Patrick Trophy.
