Guy Carbonneau
Inducted:
2019
Guy Carbonneau is remembered as one of the finest defensive forwards in NHL history. Drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 1979, he played 19 seasons in the league with the Canadiens, St. Louis Blues, and Dallas Stars.
Carbonneau's reputation was built on his ability to shut down top opponents while providing steady offensive production. He tallied 260 goals and 663 points across 1,318 games and was a key contributor in three Stanley Cup championships (1986, 1993, 1999).
His dedication to the defensive side of the game earned him the Frank J. Selke Trophy three times. After retiring, Carbonneau transitioned to coaching, leading the Canadiens from 2006 to 2009, including a first-place finish in the Eastern Conference in 2007–08.
Known for his leadership and hockey IQ, Carbonneau was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2019, honoring a career built on consistency, discipline, and team-first play that left a lasting mark on the game.
Carbonneau's Awards and Records
- 3× Stanley Cup Champion
- 3× Frank J. Selke Trophy Winner (Best Defensive Forward)
- Noted for shutting down elite scorers during playoff runs
- Recorded over 200 playoff hits and known for his playoff performance, including key shut-down roles against top scorers
NHL Records
- Among top 100 for games played in league history at the time of retirement (1,318 NHL Games)
- Known as one of the greatest two-way forwards in NHL history
- One of few players in NHL history with over 1,000 games played and 3 Selke wins
Teams
Montreal Canadiens (1980-1994)
St. Louis Blues (1994-1995)
Dallas Stars (1995-2000)
Numbers Worn:
21
NHL Draft
44th overall, 1979
Montreal Canadiens
Stats
Seasons:
19 (1980-2000)
Games Played:
1,318
Goal:
260
Assist:
403
Points:
663
Penalty Minutes:
820
Game Winning Goals:
42