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Ace Bailey
Inducted:
1975
Player Stats
5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
160 lb (73 kg; 11 st 6 lb)
Born
July 3, 1903
Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
Died
April 7, 1992
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Right Wing
College:
University of Toronto
Irvine “Ace” Bailey was one of hockey’s early stars, known for his speed, skill, and scoring touch during the 1920s and 1930s. Playing his entire NHL career with the Toronto Maple Leafs from 1926 to 1933, Bailey became a two-time NHL scoring leader and a driving force behind Toronto’s 1932 Stanley Cup championship. A right winger with natural offensive instincts, he was admired for his ability to create plays and finish around the net.
Bailey’s career was tragically cut short in 1933 due to a severe on-ice injury, but his impact on the game endured. The NHL held its first All-Star benefit game in his honor, setting the stage for what later became a league tradition. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1975, Bailey remains remembered as a pioneer of offensive hockey and a beloved figure in Maple Leafs history.
Bailey's Awards and Records
- Stanley Cup Champion (1932)
- 2× NHL Scoring Leader (1928–29, 1929–30)
- NHL First All-Star Team (1933)
- #6 jersey retired by the Toronto Maple Leafs; first ever number retirement in professional sports
NHL Records
- First player in Maple Leafs history to have his number retired
- Honored in the NHL’s first-ever All-Star benefit game (1934)
- Remembered as one of the NHL’s earliest offensive stars
NHL Teams:
Toronto Maple Leafs (1926–1933)
Number Worn:
6
NHL Stats
Seasons:
8 (1926–1933)
Games Played:
313
Goals:
111
Assists:
82
Points:
193
Playoff Game:
21
Playoff Points:
7 (G-3, A-4)
Adam Oates
Inducted:
2012
Player Stats
Stats:
5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
190 lb (86 kg; 13 st 8 lb)
Born:
August 27, 1962
Weston, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Centre
College:
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Adam Oates was one of the greatest playmakers the NHL has ever seen. Known for his elite vision, precise passing, and hockey IQ, Oates made every teammate around him better.
Undrafted out of college, he went on to carve out an exceptional 19-season career, finishing with over 1,400 points and ranking among the top assist leaders in NHL history. Oates formed dynamic duos with stars like Brett Hull, Cam Neely, and Peter Bondra, consistently setting them up for goal-scoring success.
He had five 100-point seasons and led the league in assists three times. After retiring, he became a successful coach and skills consultant, further contributing to the game.
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2012, Oates is remembered as one of the most cerebral and selfless players to ever skate in the NHL.
Oates's Awards and Records
- Inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame (2012)
- Only player to center three 50-goal scorers (Hull, Neely, Bondra)
- NHL All-Star Second Team (1991, 1993)
- Played in Stanley Cup Finals with Washington (1998)
- Named one of NHL’s 100 Greatest Players (2017)
- Undrafted free agent success story
- Head coach of Washington Capitals (2012–2014)
NHL Records
- 7th all-time in career assists (1,079)
- Led NHL in assists (1993, 1994, 2001)
- 6× All-Star Game participant
- 5× 100+ point seasons
NHL Teams
Detroit Red Wings (1985-89)
St. Louis Blues (1989-92)
Boston Bruins (1991-97)
Washington Capitals (1996-2002)
Philadelphia Flyers (2001-02)
Mighty Ducks of Anaheim (2002-03)
Edmonton Oilers (2003-04)
Al MacInnis
Inducted:
2007
Player Stats
Stats:
6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
204 lb (93 kg; 14 st 8 lb)
Born:
July 11, 1963
Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada
Position:
Defence
College:
Kitchener Rangers
Al “Chopper” MacInnis (b. 1963) was one of hockey’s most feared defensemen, celebrated for his blistering slapshot and consistent two-way game. Over 23 NHL seasons with Calgary and St. Louis (1981–2004), he scored 340 goals and added 934 assists, totaling 1,274 points—ranking third all-time among defensemen.
He led Calgary to their only Stanley Cup in 1989, earning the Conn Smythe Trophy after becoming the first defenseman to lead postseason scoring (31 points in 17 games). Renowned for his shot, MacInnis captured the NHL All-Star Skills Competition “Hardest Shot” seven times—an unmatched record .
In 1999, he won the Norris Trophy as the league’s top defenseman with St. Louis. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2007 and honored as one of the NHL 100 Greatest Players in 2017, MacInnis remains among the most respected defensemen ever.
MacInnis's Awards and Records
- Conn Smythe Trophy (1989) – First defenseman to lead playoffs in scoring (31 pts, 17 games)
- James Norris Trophy (1999) – NHL’s top defenseman
- Hardest Shot Champion – 7x winner (1991, 1994, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2003)
- Louis Blues No. 2 Retired (2006) & statue unveiled 2009
- Hockey Hall of Fame inductee (2007)
NHL Records
- 13× NHL All-Star – 1985, 1988, 1990–1992, 1994, 1996–2000, 2003
- Third all-time among defensemen in goals, assists, and points
- First blueliner with 100-point season, recording 103 points in 1990–91
- Blues franchise leader in points (452) and goals (127) by a defenseman
- Olympic Gold Medalist with Canada, 2002
- NHL 100 Greatest Players (2017)
NHL Teams
Calgary Flames (1982-94)
St. Louis Blues (1994-2004)
NHL draft:
15th overall, 1981
Calgary Flames
Numbers Worn:
2
NHL Stats
Games Played:
1,416
Goals:
340
Assists:
934
Points:
1,274
Plus/Minus:
+371
Playoff Game:
177
Playoff Points:
160
Stanley Cups:
1 (1989)
Alec Connell
Inducted:
1958
Player Stats
5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
150 lb (68 kg; 10 st 10 lb)
Born:
February 8, 1900
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Died:
May 10, 1958
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Goaltender
College:
NA
Alec "The Ottawa Fireman" Connell was the premier goaltender of the 1920s and arguably the greatest netminder in the history of the original Ottawa Senators. He earned his nickname not just for his off-ice job as a firefighter, but for his uncanny ability to "put out fires" in the Senators' defensive zone when opponents threatened to score.
Connell’s most famous achievement remains his incredible shutout streak in 1928, where he went over 460 minutes without allowing a single goal—a record that stood for decades. He was the backbone of Ottawa's 1927 Stanley Cup championship team, arguably the greatest squad of the pre-war era. After Ottawa began to struggle financially, he moved on to play for the Montreal Maroons, where he famously came out of retirement to lead them to the 1935 Stanley Cup title. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1958.
Connell's Awards and Record:
- 2x Stanley Cup Champion (1927 with Ottawa; 1935 with Montreal Maroons)
- NHL Record: Longest shutout sequence (461 minutes, 29 seconds in 1927–28)
- NHL Record: Most consecutive shutouts (6 in 1927–28)
- Lowest Career GAA: 1.91 (among goaltenders with 400+ games)
- Vezina Trophy winner: 1926–27
- Known for durability and consistency in a demanding era
- Regarded as one of the top goaltenders of the 1920s
NHL Teams
Ottawa Senators (1924-1933)
Detroit Falcons (1931-1932)
New York Americans (1933-1934)
Montreal Maroons (1936-1937)
Number Worn:
1
NHL Stats
Seasons:
12 (1924-1937)
Games Played:
417
Wins:
193
Losses:
156
Goals Against Average (GAA):
1.91
Shutouts:
81
Playoff Record:
8-5 in 21 games
Playoff GAA:
1.19
Stanley Cups:
2 (1927,1935)
Alex Delvecchio
Inducted:
1977
Player Stats
5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
180 lb (82 kg; 12 st 12 lb)
Born
December 4, 1931
Fort William, Ontario, Canada
Died
July 1, 2025
Rochester, Michigan, U.S.
Position:
Centre
Left Wing
College:
NA
Alex Delvecchio, born December 4, 1931, in Fort William, Ontario, was a model of consistency and loyalty during his 24-year NHL career, all with the Detroit Red Wings. A skilled center known for his playmaking, vision, and leadership, he became a cornerstone of the Red Wings dynasty of the 1950s alongside Gordie Howe and Ted Lindsay. Delvecchio recorded over 1,200 career points, making him one of the most productive players of his era.
He helped Detroit capture three Stanley Cup championships and was recognized for his sportsmanship and excellence on the ice with multiple Lady Byng Memorial Trophies. After his playing career, he transitioned into coaching and management, further contributing to the franchise he represented with dedication.
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1977, Delvecchio is remembered as one of the NHL’s most dependable and respected players, embodying skill, loyalty, and leadership throughout his career.
Delvecchio's Awards and Records
- 3× Stanley Cup Champion
- 3× Lady Byng Memorial Trophy winner
- 2× NHL All-Star Second Team
- Named a Second Team All-Star in 1953 (centre) and 1959 (left wing)
- Detroit Red Wings jersey No. 10 retired
NHL Records
- One of the few players with over 1,500 NHL games at retirement
- Among league leaders in career assists and points during his era
- Key member of Detroit’s famed “Production Line” with Howe and Lindsay
- Served as team captain for 12 years, a mark surpassed only by Steve Yzerman
NHL Teams:
Detroit Red Wings (1950-1974)
Number Worn:
10
NHL Stats
Seasons Played:
24 (1950-1974)
Games Played:
1,550
Goals:
456
Assists:
825
Points:
1,281
Penalty Minutes:
383
Playoff Games:
121
Goals:
35
Assists:
69
Points:
104
Stanley Cups:
3 (1952, 1954, 1955)
Alexander Mogilny
Inducted:
2025
Player Stats
6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
210 lb (95 kg; 15 st 0 lb)
Born:
18 February 1969
Khabarovsk, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
Position:
Right Wing
College:
NA
Alexander Mogilny was a pioneering forward whose blinding speed, exceptional skill, and lethal scoring ability made him a superstar and a true trailblazer. In 1989, he became the first Soviet player to defect to the West and join the NHL, paving the way for a generation of Russian talent. He exploded onto the scoring scene, famously co-leading the league with 76 goals in the 1992–93 season for the Buffalo Sabres.
Over a 16-season NHL career that surpassed 1,000 points, he became a member of the elite Triple Gold Club by winning the Stanley Cup with the New Jersey Devils in 2000, alongside Olympic and World Championship gold medals. Mogilny was also the first Russian to serve as an NHL captain. His legacy is one of daring courage and offensive brilliance. He was formally inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2025.
Mogilny's Awards and Records
- Stanley Cup Champion (2000)
- Lady Byng Memorial Trophy (Sportsmanship and performance) (2003)
- NHL Goals Co-Leader (76 goals) (1993)
- Triple Gold Club Member (Olympic Gold, World Championship Gold, Stanley Cup)
- 6x NHL All-Star Game selection
- 1x NHL Second All-Star Team (1993, 1996)
- Olympic Gold Medal (Soviet Union: 1988)
- World Championship Gold Medal (Soviet Union: 1989)
Notable Achievements
- First Soviet-trained player to defect and join the NHL (1989)
- First Russian-born player to score 76 goals in an NHL season (1992–93)
- One of only seven players in NHL history to record a season with 70 or more goals
- First Russian-born player to serve as an NHL Captain (Buffalo Sabres, 1993–94)
- Holds the NHL record for the Fastest Goal to Start a Game (tied, 5 seconds)
NHL Teams
Buffalo Sabres (1989-1995)
Vancouver Canucks (1995-1999)
New Jersey Devils (2000-2001,2005-2006)
Toronto Maple Leafs (2001-2004)
National Team:
Soviet Union (1986-1989)
Russia (1996)
NHL Draft:
89th overall, 1988
Buffalo Sabres
Number Worn:
89
NHL Stats
Season Played:
16 (1989-2006)
Games Played:
990
Goals:
473
Assists:
559
Points:
1,032
Penalty Minutes:
432
Playoff Game:
124
Playoff Points:
86 (G-39, A-47)
Stanley Cup:
1 (2000)
Alexander Yakushev
Inducted:
2018
Alexander Yakushev was one of the most dynamic and dominant forwards in international hockey history. Standing at 6’3”, he played with exceptional finesse, speed, and scoring ability—qualities that helped define the golden era of Soviet hockey.
Spending most of his career with HC Spartak Moscow (1964–1980), Yakushev led his team to multiple Soviet titles and became a scoring icon. On the international stage, he starred in two Olympic gold medal runs (1972, 1976) and was a key figure in seven World Championship victories.
His performance in the legendary 1972 Summit Series against Canada—where he led the Soviets in scoring with 11 points—cemented his reputation as a world-class competitor. Post-retirement, Yakushev contributed to the game as a coach and mentor.
His legacy was honored with induction into both the IIHF Hall of Fame (2003) and Hockey Hall of Fame (2018), making him one of the rare Soviet players to achieve such global recognition.
Yakushev's Awards and Records
- Olympic Gold Medals: 1972 (Sapporo), 1976 (Innsbruck)
- World Championship Gold Medals: 1967, 1969, 1970, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1979
- World Championship Silver Medals: 1972, 1976
- World Championship Bronze Medal: 1977
- World Championship Best Forward: 1975
- IIHF Hall of Fame Inductee: 2003
- Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee: 2018
- Russian Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee: 1970
Notable Records
- Leading Goal Scorer: 1975 World Championships with 11 goals
- Summit Series 1972: Top scorer for the Soviet Union with 11 points (7 goals, 4 assists)
- Soviet Scoring Champion: 1969
Teams
HC Spartak Moscow (1964-80)
Numbers Worn:
15
Career Stats
Domestic Career
Team:
Spartak Moscow (Soviet Championship League)
Seasons:
1964–1980
Games Played:
568
Goals:
339
International Career
Team:
Soviet Union National Team
Games Played:
221
Goals:
145
Olympic Games:
2 Gold Medals
Alf Smith
Inducted:
1962
Player Stats
5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
165 lb (75 kg; 11 st 11 lb)
Born:
June 3, 1873
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Died:
August 21, 1953
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Right Wing
College:
NA
Alfred Edward "Alf" Smith was one of the most fearsome and physically intimidating stars of hockey’s early professional era. A right winger with a "nose for the net" and a notoriously "rough-and-tumble" style, Smith was a key leader of the Ottawa Silver Seven dynasty. He famously served as a player-coach, a dual role that allowed him to physically protect his stars—like the legendary Frank McGee—while simultaneously directing the team’s strategy from the ice.
Smith’s career was defined by championship success and controversy. He won three consecutive Stanley Cups (1904–1906) and was known as one of the game's early "villains" to opposing fans, often facing fines and suspensions for his aggressive use of the stick. He was part of a massive hockey family; six of his younger brothers also played senior-level hockey, including fellow Hall of Famer Tommy Smith. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1962.
Smith's Awards and Record:
- 3x Stanley Cup Champion (1904, 1905, 1906)
- WPHL All-Star (1902)
- Allan Cup Champion Coach (1909)
- One of the few men to serve as an NHL Head Coach after playing in the 19th century
NHL Teams
Ottawa Senators (1918-1919)
NHL Stats
Playing career:
1894–1909
Season Played:
1 (1918-1919)
Games Played:
18
Win:
12
Lose:
6
Points:
24
Stanley Cups:
3 (1904, 1905, 1906)
NHL Coaching Record:
18 Games / 12 Wins
Allan Stanley
Inducted:
1981
Player Stats
6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
182 lb (83 kg; 13 st 0 lb)
Born
March 1, 1926
Timmins, Ontario, Canada
Died
October 18, 2013
Bobcaygeon, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Defence
College:
NA
Allan Stanley (born March 1, 1926 – October 18, 2013) was a stalwart defenseman whose steady play and leadership anchored NHL teams for over two decades. Starting his career with the New York Rangers in 1948, Stanley went on to play for the Chicago Black Hawks, Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Philadelphia Flyers. He was known for his strong positioning, reliable defensive play, and ability to contribute offensively when needed.
Stanley was a key figure in the Toronto Maple Leafs' four Stanley Cup victories in the 1960s (1962, 1963, 1964, 1967), often paired with Tim Horton to form a formidable defensive duo. Over his 21-season career, he played in 1,244 regular-season games, recording 100 goals and 333 assists for 433 points. Stanley was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1981, cementing his legacy as one of the game's most dependable and respected defensemen.
Stanley's Awards and Records
- Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame (1981)
- 4× Stanley Cup Champion (1962, 1963, 1964, 1967)
- 3× NHL Second All-Star Team (1959–60, 1960–61, 1965–66)
- NHL All-Star Game appearances: 7
NHL Records
- Key member of the Toronto Maple Leafs' defense during their four Stanley Cup victories in the 1960s
- Formed a renowned defensive pairing with Tim Horton
- Played over 1,200 NHL games, showcasing durability and consistency
- Recognized for his leadership and steady presence on the ice throughout his career
NHL Teams:
New York Rangers (1948-1955)
Chicago Black Hawks (1955-1956)
Boston Bruins (1956-1958)
Toronto Maple Leafs (1958-1968)
Philadelphia Flyers (1968-1969)
Number Worn:
26
NHL Stats
Seasons:
21 (1948–1969)
Games Played:
1,244
Goals:
100
Assists:
333
Points:
433
Penalty Minutes:
792
Playoff Game:
109
Playoff Points:
39
Andy Bathgate
Inducted:
1978
Player Stats
6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
183 lb (83 kg; 13 st 1 lb)
Born
August 28, 1932
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Died
February 26, 2016
Brampton, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Right Wing
College:
Guelph Biltmores
Andy Bathgate, born August 28, 1932, in Winnipeg, was a dynamic right wing known for his scoring prowess, leadership, and fierce competitiveness. He broke onto the NHL scene with the New York Rangers in the early 1950s and quickly rose to prominence, leading the team in scoring for eight straight seasons.
In 1958–59, he became the first Ranger ever to score 40 goals in a season and was awarded the Hart Trophy as NHL MVP. Bathgate’s blistering slap shot and clutch play helped him finish among the league’s top scorers nearly every season. In 1964, after a critical mid-season trade to Toronto, he scored the Stanley Cup–winning goal, delivering his only championship.
Over 17 NHL seasons, he tallied 349 goals and 624 assists in 1,069 games, earning two First-Team All-Star selections and a place in the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1978. His influence endures as a defining figure of the Original Six era and a Rangers legend.
Bathgate's Awards and Records
- Hart Memorial Trophy (NHL MVP): 1959
- 2× NHL First-Team All-Star (1959, 1962)
- 2× NHL Second-Team All-Star (1958, 1963)
- 8× NHL All-Star Game participant (1957–1964)
- New York Rangers captain (1961–1964)
NHL Records
- First Rangers player to record 40 goals in a season and win NHL MVP
- Holds franchise record for scoring in 10 consecutive games
- Scored the Stanley Cup–winning goal in Game 7 of the 1964 Final
- Led the Rangers in scoring eight straight seasons during the Original Six era
- Remembered for his powerful slap shot and refined offensive skill
NHL Teams:
New York Rangers (1952-1964)
Toronto Maple Leafs (1964-1965)
Detroit Red Wings (1965-1967)
Pittsburgh Penguins (1967-1968)
Number Worn:
9
NHL Stats
Season Played:
17 (1952-1968)
Games Played:
1,069
Goals:
349
Assists:
624
Points:
973
Penalty Minutes:
624
Playoff Game:
54
Playoff Points:
35 (G-21, A-14)
Stanley Cup:
1964
Hart Trophy:
1959
Angela James
Inducted:
2010
Player Stats
Stats:
5 ft 6 in (168 cm)
155 lb (70 kg; 11 st 1 lb)
Born:
December 22, 1964
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Centre
Defence
College:
Seneca College
Angela James was a pioneer who changed the landscape of women’s hockey forever. With her strength, speed, and natural goal-scoring ability, she dominated the sport in the 1980s and 1990s. James starred for Team Canada, winning four IIHF Women’s World Championship gold medals and becoming the face of the early women’s international game.
Known for her powerful shot and fearless presence on the ice, she was a force in every tournament she played. At the club level, she racked up scoring titles in the Central Ontario Women’s Hockey League and served as a role model for generations of young players.
In 2010, she made history as one of the first two women inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Angela James broke barriers, shattered stereotypes, and helped build the foundation for today’s women’s hockey at the international and professional levels.
Angela's Awards and Records
- 4× IIHF Women’s World Champion
- Inducted into the Canada Sports Hall of Fame (2009)
- Captained Team Canada at the first official IIHF Women’s World Championship (1990)
- Member of the Order of Hockey in Canada (2021)
- Considered the first Black woman to dominate international ice hockey
- Named one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Canadian Sports History
- Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame (2010)
NWHL Teams:
Seneca College (1982-85)
North York Aeros (1992-94)
Toronto Red Wings (1995-96)
Newtonbrook Panthers (1996-97)
Beatrice Aeros (1998-2000)
National team:
Canada (1997-98)
Numbers Worn:
22
NWHL Stats
Seasons Played:
2 (1998–1999)
Games Played:
58
Goals:
58
Assists:
41
Points:
99
Penalty Minutes:
40
International:
Games Played:
35
Goals:
26
Assists:
20
Points:
46
Penalty Minutes:
20
Angela Ruggiero
Inducted:
2015
Player Stats
Stats:
5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
192 lb (87 kg; 13 st 10 lb)
Born:
January 3, 1980
Panorama City, California, U.S.
Position:
Defence
College:
Harvard University (1998-2004)
Angela Ruggiero stands as one of the most accomplished defensemen in women's ice hockey history. Beginning her international career at 18, she was the youngest member of the U.S. team that clinched gold at the inaugural women's Olympic hockey tournament in 1998.
Over a 15-year tenure with Team USA, Ruggiero played a record 256 games, amassing 208 points. Her Olympic journey includes four medals: gold (1998), silver (2002, 2010), and bronze (2006).
Her contributions extend beyond the rink, serving on the International Olympic Committee and co-founding the Sports Innovation Lab.
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2015, Ruggiero's legacy continues to inspire generations.
Ruggiero's Awards and Records
- Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee (2015)
- S. Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee (2015)
- IIHF Hall of Fame Inductee (2017)
- Patty Kazmaier Award Winner (2004)
- 4× Olympic Medalist: Gold (1998), Silver (2002, 2010), Bronze (2006)
- 4× IIHF World Champion
- First female non-goalie to play in a men's professional hockey game in North America
- Named Best Female Hockey Player in the World by The Hockey News (2003)
- Served on the International Olympic Committee (2010–2018)
- Co-founder of Sports Innovation Lab
NHL Teams
Tulsa Oilers (2004-05)
Minnesota Whitecaps (2007-09)
Boston Blades (2010-11)
Numbers Worn:
4
Career Stats
Career Span:
1996–2011
National Team:
USA
Games Played:
256
Goals:
67
Assists:
141
Points:
208
Olympic Appearances:
4 (1998, 2002, 2006, 2010)
Olympic Medals:
Gold (1998), Silver (2002, 2010), Bronze (2006)
IIHF World Championships:
10 appearances; 4 Gold, 6 Silver
Art Coulter
Inducted:
1974
Player Stats
Stats:
5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
195 lb (88 kg; 13 st 13 lb)
Born:
May 31, 1909
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Died:
October 14, 2000
Mobile, Alabama, U.S.
Position:
Defence
College:
NA
Art Coulter was one of the NHL’s most dependable defensemen during the 1930s and 1940s, known for his strength, leadership, and steady play on both ends of the ice. A natural leader, he captained both the Chicago Black Hawks and the New York Rangers — a rare accomplishment in league history. Coulter’s combination of toughness and poise made him a cornerstone of championship teams, helping Chicago win the Stanley Cup in 1934 and leading the Rangers to another title in 1940.
Renowned for his defensive positioning and ability to clear the crease, he also contributed offensively with a powerful shot and keen passing sense. After serving in the military during World War II, Coulter retired from hockey as one of the league’s most respected figures. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1974, he is remembered as a true leader and a key figure in the NHL’s early era of professional excellence.
Coulter's Awards and Records
- Hockey Hall of Fame: Class of 1974
- 2× Stanley Cup Champion (1934,1940)
- NHL Second All-Star Team: 1935, 1938
- Served as captain for both Chicago Black Hawks and New York Rangers
NHL Records
- One of few players to captain two different NHL franchises
- Known for combining physical defense with strong leadership
- Key part of Rangers’ 1940 Stanley Cup victory — their last until 1994
NHL Teams
Chicago Black Hawks (1932-1936)
New York Rangers (1936-1942)
Numbers Worn:
2
Career Stats
Seasons:
1932-1942
Games Played:
465
Goals:
30
Assists:
82
Points:
112
Plus/Minus:
543
Playoff Game:
49
Playoff Points:
9
Art Ross
Inducted:
1947
Player Stats
5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
190 lb (86 kg; 13 st 8 lb)
Born:
January 13, 1885
Naughton, Ontario, Canada
Died:
August 5, 1964
Medford, Massachusetts, United States
Position:
Point
Defence
College:
NA
Arthur Howey "Art" Ross was one of the most significant figures in the development of professional hockey, serving as a star player, an innovative executive, and a legendary coach. As a defenseman for the Montreal Wanderers, Ross was a pioneer of the "rushing" style, becoming one of the first blueliners to carry the puck deep into the offensive zone rather than simply clearing it.
He won two Stanley Cups as a player—one with the Kenora Thistles (1907) and one with the Wanderers (1908). Ross's greatest legacy, however, lies in his 30-year tenure with the Boston Bruins. In 1947, he donated the Art Ross Trophy to be awarded annually to the NHL's leading scorer. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame as a player in 1947.
Ross's Awards and Record:
- 2x Stanley Cup Champion as a Player (1907, 1908)
- 3x Stanley Cup Champion as Coach/GM (1929, 1939, 1941)
- NHL All-Star Game Pioneer: Participated in the first-ever All-Star benefit game (1908)
- Art Ross Trophy: Donated the trophy for the NHL's scoring leader in 1947
Career Teams
Montreal Wanderers (1907-1918)
Ottawa Senators (1914-1916)
Career Stats
Playing career:
1905–1918
NHL Seasons:
1 (1917-1918)
Games Played:
3
Goals:
1
Points:
1
Penalty Minutes:
12
Career Stats:
Games Played:
131
Goals:
56
Assists:
16
Points:
72
Penalty Minutes:
406
Stanley Cup:
2 (1907, 1908)
Arthur Farrell
Inducted:
1965
Player Stats
Born:
February 8, 1877
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Died:
February 7, 1909
Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, Quebec, Canada
Position:
Forward
College:
Collège Sainte-Marie
Arthur "Art" Farrell was a pioneer of the sport and one of the first true superstars of the pre-NHL era. A high-scoring forward for the Montreal Shamrocks, Farrell was the offensive engine of a team that captured back-to-back Stanley Cup championships in 1899 and 1900. He played the "rover" position—a seventh man on the ice who roamed between defense and attack—utilizing his elite speed and vision to dominate the amateur leagues.
Farrell's impact extended far beyond his play on the ice. He was hockey’s first great historian and tactician, authoring "Hockey: Canada's Royal Winter Game" in 1899, the first book ever written about the sport. His writings provided the first formal analysis of strategy and skill development, earning him the title of the game's first "scholar." Tragically, his life was cut short by tuberculosis at the age of 32. He was posthumously inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1965.
Farrell's Awards and Record:
- 2x Stanley Cup Champion (1899, 1900)
- CAHL Champion (1899, 1900)
- Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee (1965)
- Author of the first three books on hockey (1899, 1901, 1904)
- wrote the first ever book on ice hockey In 1899
Career Teams
Montreal Shamrocks (1896-1901)
Career Stats
Season Played:
5
Games Played:
34
Goals:
30
Stanley Cup Challenges:
5 Games / 7 Goals
Stanley Cup Champion:
2 (1899, 1900)
CAHL Champion:
2(1899, 1900)
Sports Fan Products
NHL Hall of Fame
The NHL Hall of Fame is a prestigious institution that honors hockey's greatest contributors. Each year, the induction ceremony celebrates legendary players and their historic contributions to the game. The Hall of Fame class includes hockey legends who have achieved remarkable career achievements and created iconic moments on and off the ice.
Inductees are recognized for their significant player contributions, earning various awards and honors, and their influence on the sport. The Hall also commemorates retired jerseys and acknowledges the impact on the game by highlighting famous inductees and their legacies. As a symbol of excellence, the NHL Hall of Fame continues to celebrate the sport's rich history and inspire future generations of hockey players.
