In the National Hockey League (NHL), each franchise has its share of players whose accomplishments are remarkable compared to their teammates. These standout individuals may include scoring forwards, skilled defensemen, or outstanding goaltenders. Among these athletes, a select few are often regarded as the very best and would earn a place on their team's 'Mount Rushmore' of top-four players of all time. For teams with extensive histories, narrowing the list to four legends can be a daunting task; however, teams with shorter histories face a simpler selection process. This analysis specifically focuses on players from the last 25 years of NHL history, beginning with the 2000-01 season. Players from this era are more closely recognized by contemporary fans due to their overall performance, postseason success, significance to their respective clubs, and potential fan-favorite status. It is worth noting that some players may appear on multiple teams' Mount Rushmores as their careers spanned various franchises, including those that relocated, such as the Atlanta Thrashers (now known as the Winnipeg Jets) and the Arizona Coyotes (currently the Utah Mammoth).

Starting with the Anaheim Ducks, notable figures include Ryan Getzlaf, Corey Perry, Teemu Selänne, and Jean-Sébastien Giguère. Getzlaf, serving a record 12 seasons as captain, leads the franchise in games played, assists, and points. Perry's accolades include winning the Hart Memorial Trophy and the Maurice Richard Trophy in the 2010-11 season, cementing him as the Ducks' second all-time scorer. Selänne, a Hall of Famer, has the highest goal tally and is second in assists and points for the Ducks. Giguère, also a franchise legend, holds records for wins and shutouts among goalies. Collectively, these athletes were instrumental in leading the Ducks to their first Stanley Cup victory in 2007.

Turning to the Boston Bruins, key players found on their Mount Rushmore include Patrice Bergeron, Zdeno Chára, David Pastrňák, and Brad Marchand. Bergeron, noted for his exceptional two-way play, has received the Frank J. Selke Trophy six times and ranks among the all-time leaders for the franchise in games played, goals, and points. Chára, who captained the team for 14 seasons, is a Hall of Fame defenseman and won the James Norris Memorial Trophy in 2009-10. Pastrňák and Marchand were vital parts of the Bruins squad that won the Stanley Cup in 2011, with Pastrňák achieving a historic 60-goal season and Marchand consistently ranking among the franchise's top scorers.