With the Fourth of July coming up, who are the best American born NHL players of all time in terms of production? Here is a list of the top 10 US points producers in the game’s history.
1. Mike Modano- 1374 points
Arguably the greatest American hockey player of all time, Stars legend Mike Modano was one of the best players in the game in the 90s.
2. Patrick Kane- 1343 points
No player in the 2010s decade had more points than Patrick Kane. The still active hockey icon has a chance this season to pass Modano for the most points in US history.
3. Phil Housley- 1232 points
The highest scoring defenseman in US history, Housley was one of the best dmen in the game during his tenure.
4. Jeremy Roenick- 1216 points
JR was Mr. Excitement during his career with his scoring touch and tenacity being a pain for the opposition to deal with.
5. Joe Pavelski- 1068 points
Joe Pavelski was one of the best net front players of his era, dangerous with his tipping game on the power play.
6. Keith Tkachuk- 1065 points
The father of Matthew and Brady, Keith Tkachuk was the epitome of an old school power forward who could do it all.
7. Joe Mullen- 1063 points
Mullen was a mark of consistency throughout his career, ending it exactly 1 point above a point per game.
8. Doug Weight- 1033 points
The journeyman forward was one of the more underrated playmakers of his era.
9. Brian Leetch- 1028 points
Arguably the best American born defenseman of all time, pivotal member of the 1994 Stanley Cup champion New York Rangers.
10. Pat Lafontaine- 1013 points
Pat is the top American producer when it comes to points per game, career cut short due to injuries.
