Peter Forsberg
Inducted:
2014

Player Stats
Stats:
6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
205 lb (93 kg; 14 st 9 lb)
Born:
20 July 1973
Örnsköldsvik, Sweden
Position:
Defence
College:
NA
Peter Forsberg was one of the most skilled and complete forwards of his era. Known for his elite vision, powerful skating, and fearless physical play, Forsberg made every shift count.
Drafted 6th overall in 1991, he became a franchise cornerstone for the Colorado Avalanche, helping them win two Stanley Cups (1996, 2001).
Despite an injury-riddled career, Forsberg recorded over a point per game and was dominant whenever healthy. He won the Hart Trophy in 2003 and was a perennial All-Star.
Internationally, Forsberg starred for Sweden, winning two Olympic gold medals and two World Championship titles, becoming a member of the exclusive Triple Gold Club. His blend of finesse, toughness, and clutch performances made him a fan favorite and a nightmare for opponents.
Forsberg was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2014, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest Swedish players in NHL history.
Forsberg's Awards and Records
- 2× Stanley Cup Champion (1996, 2001 – Colorado Avalanche)
- Hart Memorial Trophy (2003 – NHL MVP)
- Art Ross Trophy (2003 – NHL points leader)
- Calder Memorial Trophy (1995 – NHL Rookie of the Year)
- Olympic Gold Medalist (1994, 2006 – Sweden)
- IIHF World Championship Gold (1992, 1998)
- Triple Gold Club Member (Olympics, Stanley Cup, World Championship)
- Inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame (2014)
- 21 jersey retired by Colorado Avalanche (2011)
NHL Records
- 3× NHL All-Star (1998, 1999, 2001)
- NHL First All-Star Team (1998, 1999, 2003)
- Most assists in a single postseason by a Colorado Avalanche player: 18 assists (2002)
- Ranked in top 10 all-time for playoff points per game: 1.25 PPG
NHL Teams
Quebec Nordiques (1994-95)
Colorado Avalanche (1995-2004, 2010-11)
Philadelphia Flyers (2005-07)
Nashville Predators (2006-07)
NHL Draft:
6th overall, 1991
Philadelphia Flyers
Numbers Worn:
21
Career Stats
Seasons Played:
15
Games Played:
708
Goals:
249
Assists:
636
Points:
885
Points Per Game:
1.25
Penalty Minutes:
690
Plus/Minus:
+238