MSG.com - Best On Ice - Who Is The Best Local Hockey Player? - New York Rangers - New York Islanders

You've debated on fan sites, message boards and in person. But during the Olympic break from February 15-28, we asked you to vote for the best local player at each position.

You voted in droves, and now, here's who you, the greatest fans in the world, selected as the best local forward, defenseman and goalie, and the final voting results.

HERE ARE YOUR WINNERS

1) Zach Parise, Devils - 67.36%
2) Marian Gaborik, Rangers - 25.49%
3) Ilya Kovalchuk, Devils - 4.60%

1) Martin Brodeur, Devils - 52.41%
2) Henrik Lundqvist, Rangers - 46.74%
3) Rick DiPietro, Isles - 0.48%

1) Andy Greene, Devils - 37.61%
2) Marc Staal, Rangers - 32.84%
3) Paul Martin, Devils - 20.94%

Final Voting Results

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