Eddie Shore
Inducted:
1947
Player Stats
5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
190 lb (86 kg; 13 st 8 lb)
Born:
November 25, 1902
Fort Qu'Appelle, North-West Territories, Canada
Died:
March 16, 1985
Springfield, Massachusetts, United States
Position:
Defence
College:
NA
Eddie Shore was one of the most dominant and intimidating defensemen in NHL history, redefining the position with his strength, skill, and relentless intensity. Playing from 1926 to 1940, Shore starred primarily with the Boston Bruins, where he controlled games through physical play and surprising offensive production. He was known for his booming shot, fierce competitiveness, and ability to dictate the pace from the blue line in a rugged, low-scoring era.
Shore won multiple league honors and was a central figure in Boston’s rise as a powerhouse, helping the team capture Stanley Cup championships. His influence extended beyond defense, as he regularly ranked among the league’s scoring leaders despite his position. Feared by opponents and respected by teammates, Shore set a new standard for elite defensemen. His extraordinary NHL career was honored with induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1947.
Shore's Awards and Record:
- 2x Stanley Cup Champion (1929, 1939)
- 4x Hart Memorial Trophy (1933, 1935, 1936, 1938)
- 7x NHL First All-Star Team (1931, 1932, 1933, 1935, 1936, 1938, 1939)
- NHL Record: Most Hart Trophies by a defenseman (4)
- NHL second All-Star team in 1934
- Played in the NHL All star benefit memorial game in 1934, 1937 and 1939
- Ranked #10 on The Hockey News' list of the 100 Greatest Hockey Players
- Oldest player in NHL history along with Herb Gardiner to win the Hart Memorial Trophy
NHL Teams
Boston Bruins (1926-1940)
New York Americans (1939-1940)
Number Worn:
2
NHL Stats
Seasons:
14 (1926-1940)
Games Played:
551
Goals:
105
Assists:
179
Points:
284
Penalty Minutes:
1099
Playoff Game:
55
Playoff Points:
20 (G-7, A-13)
Stanley Cups:
2 (1929, 1939)