Kevin Dean was drafted 86th overall in the 1987 NHL Entry Draft by the New Jersey Devils. He then played four years at the University of New Hampshire before transferring to the American Hockey League (AHL). In 1994–95 Dean helped the Albany River Rats win the AHL's Calder Cup championship.
Kevin Dean was drafted by the New Jersey Devils with the 86th overall pick in the 1987 NHL Entry Draft. He then spent four years at the University of New Hampshire before transitioning to the American Hockey League (AHL), where he played a crucial part in helping the Albany River Rats win the Calder Cup championship in 1994–95.