He began the 1984–85 season with the Maine Mariners, of the American Hockey League (AHL), before being recalled by New Jersey. On December 17, 1984, during the Devils' 5–2 win at Brendan Byrne Arena, a penalty shot was awarded after Wayne Gretzky threw his stick in an attempt to stop Trottier's shot. This was the first penalty shot attempt and goal in the franchise history, coming against Edmonton Oilers goaltender Andy Moog.
He commenced the 1984–85 season with the Maine Mariners, of the American Hockey League (AHL), prior to being recalled by New Jersey. On December 17, 1984, during the Devils' 5–2 triumph at Brendan Byrne Arena, a penalty shot was awarded after Wayne Gretzky threw his stick in an effort to impede Trottier's shot. This was the first penalty shot attempt and goal in the franchise history, occurring against Edmonton Oilers goaltender Andy Moog.