Tiny Thompson NHL Hall of Fame

Tiny Thompson Hall of Fame NHL

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Tiny Thompson

Inducted:
1959

Tiny Thompson NHL Hall of Fame

Player Stats

5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
160 lb (73 kg; 11 st 6 lb)

Born: 
May 31, 1903
Sandon, British Columbia, Canada

Died:
February 9, 1981
Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Position:
Goaltender

College:
NA

Tiny Thompson was one of the most dominant goaltenders of the NHL’s early years and a cornerstone of the Boston Bruins franchise. Playing from 1928 to 1940, Thompson was known for his calm style, sharp positioning, and exceptional puck control in an era with limited protective equipment. He helped establish Boston as a league powerhouse, backstopping the team to its first Stanley Cup championship in 1929.

Thompson was remarkably consistent, often leading the league in wins and goals-against average while carrying heavy workloads. He also became the first goaltender to regularly play the puck as part of team strategy. His reliability and influence on modern goaltending made him one of the most respected players of his time. Tiny Thompson was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1959.

Thompson's Awards and Record:

  • Stanley Cup Champion: 1929
  • Vezina Trophy winner: 1929–30, 1932–33
  • NHL leader in wins (multiple seasons)
  • First goaltender to record an assist
  • Pioneered active puck-handling by goalies

      NHL Teams

      Boston Bruins (1928-1939)
      Detroit Red Wings (1939-1940)

      Number Worn:
      1

      NHL Stats

      Seasons:
      12 (1928-1940)
      Games Played:
      553
      Wins:
      284
      Losses:
      194
      Goals Against Average (GAA):
      2.08
      Shutouts:
      81
      Playoff Record:
      20-24 in 44 games
      Playoff GAA:
      1.88
      Stanley Cups:
      1 (1929)