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Lanny McDonald
Inducted:
1992
Player Stats
6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
185 lb (84 kg; 13 st 3 lb)
Born:
February 16, 1953
Hanna, Alberta, Canada
Position:
Right Wing
College:
NA
Lanny McDonald was one of the NHL’s most respected goal scorers and leaders, known for his iconic mustache and clutch play. Drafted fourth overall in 1973, he made his mark with the Toronto Maple Leafs before becoming a fan favorite in Calgary. McDonald reached his peak with the Flames, where his 66-goal season in 1982-83 still stands as a franchise record.
He was the heart and soul of Calgary’s locker room and capped his career by lifting the Stanley Cup in 1989—his final NHL game. With a powerful shot, fearless play along the boards, and unmatched leadership, McDonald was a consistent force over 16 seasons. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1992, recognized as much for his character as his skill.
McDonald's Awards and Honors
- Stanley Cup Champion (1989)
- King Clancy Memorial Trophy (1988)
- 66 goals in 1982–83 (Flames single-season record)
- 500-goal club member
- Captain of the Calgary Flames
- Played final NHL game in the 1989 Stanley Cup Final
NHL Records
- First Player in NHL History to Score 500 Goals & 1,000 Points in His Final Regular Season Game
- 23rd player in NHL history to reach 500 goals
- One of fewer than 100 players in NHL history to surpass 1,000 points
- Calgary Flames Single-Season Goal Record: 66 goals in 1982–83
NHL Teams
Toronto Maple Leafs (1973-1980)
Colorado Rockies (1980-1982)
Calgary Flames (1982-1989)
National team:
Canada (1976,1981)
NHL Draft:
4th overall, 1973
Toronto Maple Leafs
Number Worn:
9
NHL Stats
Seasons:
16 (1973–1989)
Games Played:
1,111
Goals:
500
Assists:
506
Points:
1,006
Penalty Minutes:
899
Playoff Game:
117
Playoff Points:
84
Larry Murphy
Inducted:
2004
Player Stats
Stats:
6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
210 lb (95 kg; 15 st 0 lb)
Born:
March 8, 1961
Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Defense
College:
Peterborough Petes
Larry Murphy was one of the NHL’s most consistent and productive defensemen, combining offensive skill with strong positional play across a 21-season career. Known for his smooth skating, intelligent puck movement, and quiet leadership, Murphy amassed over 1,200 points—ranking among the highest all-time for defensemen. He played for six NHL teams, winning four Stanley Cups with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Detroit Red Wings.
A two-time Second Team All-Star and member of Canada's 1987 Canada Cup team, Murphy was especially dominant in the playoffs, where his vision and composure helped anchor championship-caliber teams. Despite facing criticism early in his career, he earned respect through durability, efficiency, and championship pedigree. With 1,615 regular-season games played—the most by any defenseman at retirement—Murphy’s impact was defined by longevity and quiet excellence. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2004.
Murphy's Awards and Honors
- 4× Stanley Cup Champion (1991, 1992; 1997, 1998)
- Member of Team Canada – 1987 Canada Cup champion
- Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame (2004)
- Known for elite outlet passes, power play vision, and playoff consistency
NHL Records
- Most NHL games played by a defenseman at time of retirement
- One of only five defensemen in NHL history to record over 1,200 career points
- Only defenseman to record 50+ points in each of his first five seasons
- One of the top playoff point producers among defensemen
- Youngest defenseman at the time to reach 500 points
- First-round pick (No. 4 overall) in the 1980 NHL Draft
NHL Teams
Los Angeles Kings (1980-1984)
Washington Capitals (1984-1989)
Minnesota North Stars (1989-1991)
Pittsburgh Penguins (1991-1995)
Toronto Maple Leafs (1995-1996)
Detroit Red Wings (1997-2001)
NHL Draft:
4th overall, 1980
Los Angeles Kings
Numbers Worn:
55
NHL Stats
Seasons:
21 (1980–2001)
Games Played:
1,615
Goals:
287
Assists:
929
Points:
1,216
Playoff Games:
215
Playoff Points:
156 (37 G, 119 A)
Larry Robinson
Inducted:
1995
Player Stats
6 ft 4 in (193 cm)
225 lb (102 kg; 16 st 1 lb)
Born:
June 2, 1951
Winchester, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Defense
College:
NA
Larry Robinson was a dominant two-way defenseman who defined excellence on the blue line for nearly two decades. Standing 6'4", he combined size, skill, and smarts to become one of the most reliable and respected players in NHL history. A pillar of the Montreal Canadiens dynasty in the 1970s, Robinson helped lead the team to six Stanley Cup championships. His poise under pressure, strong outlet passes, and physical presence made him a nightmare for opposing forwards.
Offensively, he contributed consistently without sacrificing defensive responsibility. Robinson still holds the NHL record for the longest unbeaten streak by a player at 35 games. After his playing days, he found success behind the bench as a coach, winning another Stanley Cup. His leadership, consistency, and impact on the game earned him a place among hockey’s all-time greats.
Robinson's Awards and Honors
- 6× Stanley Cup Champion (1973, 1976–1979, 1986)
- 2× James Norris Memorial Trophy (1977, 1980)
- Conn Smythe Trophy (1978)
- NHL All-Star (10× selections)
- NHL Plus/Minus Leader (4×)
NHL Records
- NHL record: 35-game unbeaten streak (1977–78)
- 20 Consecutive Playoff Appearances as a Player
- Most Plus/Minus Ratings Above +100 in a Season (Tied)
NHL Teams
As a Player:
Montreal Canadiens (1972-1989)
Los Angeles Kings (1989-1992)
As a Coach:
Los Angeles Kings (1995-1999)
New Jersey Devils (1999-2006)
NHL Draft:
20th overall, 1971
Montreal Canadiens
Number Worn:
19
NHL Stats
Games Played:
1,384
Goals:
208
Assists:
750
Points:
958
Penalty Minutes:
793
Plus/Minus:
+730
Stanley Cups Won:
6
Leo Boivin
Inducted:
1986
Player Stats
5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
177 lb (80 kg; 12 st 9 lb)
Born:
August 2, 1931
Prescott, Ontario, Canada
Died:
October 16, 2021
Brockville, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Defense
College:
NA
Leo Boivin was regarded as one of the toughest and most dependable defensemen of his era, earning respect across the NHL for his physical, steady style of play. Standing just 5-foot-9, Boivin proved that size was no barrier to defensive excellence, using his timing, strength, and fearless body checks to frustrate opponents. Over a 19-season career, he played primarily with the Boston Bruins while also spending time with Toronto, Detroit, Pittsburgh, and Minnesota.
Known for his leadership and grit, Boivin captained the Bruins during the 1960s and became a cornerstone of their defense. Though not a prolific scorer, his consistency and competitive spirit made him invaluable on the ice. After retiring in 1970, Boivin later coached in the NHL, further contributing to the game he loved. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1986, he remains remembered as a true throwback defenseman whose toughness and professionalism set the standard for generations.
Boivin's Awards and Honors
- 2× NHL All-Star (1961, 1962)
- Served as captain of the Boston Bruins (1963–1966)
- Inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame (1986)
NHL Records
- One of the smallest defensemen of his era to play over 1,000 NHL games
- Among the earliest Bruins defensemen to serve as long-term captain
NHL Teams
Toronto Maple Leafs (1951-1955)
Boston Bruins (1955-1966)
Detroit Red Wings (1966-1967)
Pittsburgh Penguins (1967-1969)
Minnesota North Stars (1969-1970)
Number Worn:
2
NHL Stats
Seasons:
19 (1951–1970)
Games Played:
1,150
Goals:
72
Assists:
250
Points:
322
Penalty Minutes:
1,192
Playoff Game:
54
Playoff Points:
13
Lester Patrick
Inducted:
1947
Player Stats
6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
180 lb (82 kg; 12 st 12 lb)
Born:
December 31, 1883
Drummondville, Quebec, Canada
Died:
June 1, 1960
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Position:
Defense
College:
McGill University
Lester Patrick was one of the most influential figures in NHL history, leaving a lasting mark as a player, coach, manager, and league pioneer. His NHL playing career was brief, but his impact on the game was profound through leadership and innovation. Patrick was a founding member of the New York Rangers and served as head coach and general manager, guiding the franchise to a Stanley Cup championship in 1928.
He was known for his sharp hockey mind, willingness to innovate, and calm authority behind the bench. Patrick famously stepped in as an emergency goaltender during the 1928 Stanley Cup Final, symbolizing his dedication and versatility. Lester Patrick’s enormous contributions to hockey were recognized with his induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1947.
Patrick's Awards and Honors
- 3x Stanley Cup Champion (1906, 1907 as player; 1928 as player/coach)
- PCHA First All-Star Team (1912, 1913, 1914, 1915)
- Lester Patrick Trophy: Established in 1966 to honor service to hockey in the U.S.
- NHL Record: Oldest goaltender to play in a Stanley Cup Final (age 44)
NHL Teams
New York Rangers (1926-1928)
Number Worn:
40, 41
NHL Stats
Seasons:
2 (1926-1928)
Games Played:
1
Penalty Minutes:
2
Career Stats:
Games Played:
142
Goals:
72
Assists:
55
Points:
127
Penalty Minutes:
109
Stanley Cups:
3 (1906, 1907, 1928)
Lionel Conacher
Inducted:
1994
Player Stats
6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
194 lb (88 kg; 13 st 12 lb)
Born:
May 24, 1900
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Died:
May 26, 1954
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Defense
College:
NA
Lionel Conacher was one of the most remarkable all-around athletes in Canadian history and a fierce competitor on the ice. Nicknamed "The Big Train," Conacher brought strength, speed, and toughness to every game he played. He began his NHL career in 1925 and quickly made his mark as a rugged defenseman and dependable team leader. Conacher helped both the New York Americans and the Chicago Black Hawks stabilize their rosters in the early years, but his greatest team success came with the Montreal Maroons and the Toronto Maple Leafs, winning Stanley Cups with both.
Known for his physical style and fearless play, he set a high standard for two-way defensemen of his era. Conacher's legacy stretches beyond hockey, as he also excelled in football, lacrosse, boxing, and baseball. His outstanding contributions to Canadian sports earned him a permanent place in the Hockey Hall of Fame and recognition as one of Canada’s greatest athletes.
Conacher's Awards and Honors
- 2× Stanley Cup Champion
- Named Canada's Greatest Male Athlete of the Half-Century (1950)
- Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame (1994)
- Inducted into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame (1955)
- Captain of the New York Americans and Montreal Maroons
- Multi-sport professional athlete
- Member of Parliament in Canada post-retirement
NHL Records
- Only NHL Player to Win Stanley Cups with Both the Montreal Maroons and Chicago Black Hawks
- One of the Few NHL Players to Captain Three Different Franchises
- Only Hockey Hall of Famer to Also Serve as a Member of Canada’s Parliament
NHL Teams
Pittsburgh Pirates (1925-1927)
New York Americans (1927-1930)
Montreal Maroons (1930-1933; 1934-1937)
Chicago Black Hawks (1933-1934)
NHL Stats
Seasons:
12 (1923–1937)
Games Played:
494
Goals:
80
Assists:
105
Points:
185
Penalty Min:
882
Playoff Games:
33
Playoff Points:
4 (2 G, 2 A)
Luc Robitaille
Inducted:
2009
Player Stats
Stats:
6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
204 lb (93 kg; 14 st 8 lb)
Born:
February 17, 1966
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Position:
Left wing
College:
NA
Luc Robitaille (born February 17, 1966 in Montreal) is the highest-scoring left winger in NHL history and a 2009 Hockey Hall of Fame inductee. Drafted in the ninth round (171st overall) by the Los Angeles Kings in 1984, he defied expectations by winning the Calder Trophy in 1987 after netting 45 goals . Over a 19-season career spanning Los Angeles, Pittsburgh, New York, and Detroit, Robitaille racked up 668 goals and 1,394 points across 1,431 regular-season games.
His standout 1992–93 season saw him score 63 goals and 125 points—both NHL records for a left winger . He set franchise records with the Kings and helped Detroit win the Stanley Cup in 2002. Robitaille's jersey (#20) and statue at Crypto.com Arena reflect his impact on the franchise. A five-time NHL All-Star and respected leader, he continues to shape hockey culture as president of Kings business operations.
Robitaille's Awards and Honors
- Calder Memorial Trophy (Rookie of the Year, 1986–87)
- Highest-scoring left winger in NHL history (668 goals, 1,394 points)
- Kings’ all-time leader in goals (557), points (1,154), assists (597)
- Second player from a ninth-round pick to reach 1,000 NHL points
- Won Stanley Cup with Detroit Red Wings (2002)
- Number 20 retired by Los Angeles Kings (2007); bronze statue unveiled in 2015
- Inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame, 2009
NHL Records
- 8× NHL All-Star (1988–1993, 1999, 2001)
- NHL record for most goals (63) and points (125) in a season by a left winger (1992–93)
- Most goals in a single season by a left winger: 63 goals
- Most points in a single season by a left winger: 125 points
- Most career points by a left winger at time of retirement: 1,394 points
- First left winger in NHL history to record eight consecutive 40+ goal seasons
- Most goals scored by a left winger drafted in the ninth round or later
NHL Teams
Los Angeles Kings (1986-1994)
Pittsburgh Penguins (1994-1997)
New York Rangers (1994-1997)
Detroit Red Wings (2001-2003)
NHL draft:
171st overall, 1984
Los Angeles Kings
Numbers Worn:
20
NHL Stats
Games Played:
1,431
Goals:
668
Assists:
726
Points:
1,394
Penalty Minutes:
1,177
Shootout Goals:
02
Game-Winning Goals:
89
Playoff Points:
127 (in 159 games)
Lynn Patrick
Inducted:
1980
Player Stats
6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
205 lb (93 kg; 14 st 9 lb)
Born
February 3, 1912
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Died
January 26, 1980
St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.
Position:
Left wing
College:
McGill University
Lynn Patrick was a talented player renowned for his scoring touch, high hockey IQ, and ability to rise to the occasion in big games. Playing primarily for the New York Rangers, he formed a core part of their offense during the late 1930s and early 1940s. Patrick’s breakout came in the 1941–42 season when he led the NHL in goals, showcasing his natural finishing ability and strong positional play. His offensive instincts were matched by a gritty two-way game, making him a dependable contributor in all situations.
In 1940, he played a pivotal role in the Rangers’ Stanley Cup championship, etching his name into team history. After his playing days, Patrick carried his deep understanding of the game into coaching and executive roles, influencing championship teams from behind the bench and in the front office. His combined impact as a player, coach, and leader earned him induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1980.
Patrick's Awards and Honors
- Stanley Cup Champion (1940)
- NHL First All-Star Team (1942)
- Second team all-star (1942–43)
- Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame (1980)
NHL Records
- One of the few NHL figures to win the Stanley Cup as both player and coach
- New York Rangers Franchise Record – At the time
- Multiple 20+ Goal Seasons – Achieved during an era with shorter schedules
NHL Teams
New York Rangers (1934-1946)
NHL Stats
Games Played:
455
Goals:
145
Assists:
190
Points:
335
Penalty Minutes:
240
Playoff Games:
44
Playoff Points:
16 (10 G, 6 A)
Game Managed(as coach):
443
Win/Lose:
165-196
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