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Natalie Darwitz
Inducted:
2024
Player Stats
Stats:
5 ft 3 in (160 cm)
Born:
October 13, 1983,
Saint Paul, Minnesota, U.S.
Position:
Forward
College:
Minnesota Golden Gophers
Natalie Darwitz is widely regarded as one of the greatest women’s ice hockey players of all time. Known for her skill, vision, and leadership, Darwitz made a lasting impact at both the University of Minnesota and the Minnesota Whitecaps.
During her collegiate career at the University of Minnesota (2001–2005), she helped lead the Golden Gophers to multiple NCAA championships and set numerous school records. Her speed and playmaking ability earned her recognition as one of the top forwards in the nation, and she became one of the first players to dominate at the collegiate level.
After college, Darwitz continued her career with the Minnesota Whitecaps in the Western Women's Hockey League (WWHL), where she continued to shine, earning multiple All-Star selections and contributing to her team's success.
Additionally, Darwitz played a key role in the U.S. Women's National Team, winning multiple medals at World Championships and the Winter Olympics.
Her achievements both on and off the ice have made her a true icon in women’s hockey.
Darwitz's Awards and Honors
- 3× Olympic Medalist (2 Silver, 1 Bronze)
- 3× World Championship Gold Medalist (2005, 2008, 2009)
- NCAA Champion (2004, 2005)
- Patty Kazmaier Award Finalist
- Inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame (2018)
Teams
Minnesota Golden Gophers (2001–2005)
Minnesota Whitecaps (2007–2013)
Numbers Worn:
20, 22
Stats
Seasons:
14
Games Played:
310
Goals:
141
Assists:
182
Points:
278
Shots on Goals:
600+
Game Winning Goals:
21
Neil Colville
Inducted:
1967
Player Stats
5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
180 lb (82 kg; 12 st 12 lb)
Born:
August 4, 1914
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Died:
December 26, 1987
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
Position:
Center
Defense
College:
NA
Neil Colville was a versatile and sophisticated star for the New York Rangers, defining the team’s success during the late 1930s and 1940s. A smooth-skating center with elite playmaking vision, he centered the Rangers' famous "Bread Line" alongside his brother, Mac Colville, and Alex Shibicky. Together, they led the Rangers to a Stanley Cup championship in 1940. Like many stars of his era, Colville’s prime was interrupted by World War II, during which he served in the Canadian Army.
Upon his return in 1945, he made a rare and successful transition to defense, becoming the second player in NHL history (after Dit Clapper) to be named an All-Star at both forward and defense. Known for his "clean" but effective play and high hockey IQ, Colville served as the Rangers' captain for four seasons before retiring to briefly become the team’s head coach. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1967.
Colville's Awards and Honors
- Stanley Cup Champion (1940)
- 3x NHL Second All-Star Team (1939,1940,1948)
- NHL All-Star Game appearance (1948)
- Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee (1967)
- Allan Cup Champion (1942- with Ottawa Commandos)
- Ranked #22 on the all-time list of "100 Ranger Greats"
- One of the very few players in NHL history to be named a league All-Star at two different positions
NHL Teams
New York Rangers (1935-1942, 1944-1949)
Number Worn:
5
NHL Stats
Seasons Played:
12 (1935-1942,1944-1949)
Games Played:
464
Goals:
99
Assists:
166
Points:
265
Penalty Minutes:
213
Playoff Games:
46
Goals:
7
Assists:
19
Points:
26
Stanley Cups:
1 (1940)
Nels Stewart
Inducted:
1952
Player Stats
6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
200 lb (91 kg; 14 st 4 lb)
Born:
December 29, 1899
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Died:
August 21, 1957
Wasaga Beach, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Center
College:
NA
Nels Stewart was one of the most dangerous goal scorers in NHL history, dominating the league during the late 1920s and 1930s with his powerful shot and fearless style. Playing from 1925 to 1940, Stewart starred for the Boston Bruins and later the New York Americans. He was known for his booming slap shot, strength around the net, and willingness to absorb punishment to score goals in a rugged, low-scoring era.
Stewart’s 1925–26 rookie season remains one of the greatest in sports history; he led the Montreal Maroons to a Stanley Cup championship while becoming the only player to win the Hart Trophy (MVP) and the league scoring title in his first year. Known for his "Old Poison" moniker—given to him because of his ability to "poison" the hopes of opposing goaltenders—he retired as the NHL’s all-time leading scorer with 324 goals, a record that stood until it was broken by Maurice Richard in 1952. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1952.
Stewart's Awards and Honors
- Stanley Cup Champion (1926 with Montreal Maroons)
- 2x Hart Memorial Trophy (1926, 1930)
- NHL Scoring Leader (1926)
- NHL Goal Scoring Leader (1926)
- First-Team All-Star (1934)
- Won the Hart Trophy in 1926 and 1930
- Led NHL in scoring in 1926
- Holds the NHL record for fastest two goals
NHL Teams
Montreal Maroons (1925-1932)
Boston Bruins (1932-1935, 1936-1937)
New York Americans (1935-1940)
Number Worn:
15
NHL Stats
Seasons Played:
15 (1925–1940)
Games Played:
650
Goals:
324
Assists:
191
Points:
515
Penalty Minutes:
953
Playoff Games:
50
Goals:
9
Assists:
12
Points:
21
Penalty Minutes:
47
Newsy Lalonde
Inducted:
1950
Player Stats
5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
168 lb (76 kg; 12 st 0 lb)
Born:
October 31, 1887
Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
Died:
November 21, 1970
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Position:
Center
College:
NA
Newsy Lalonde was one of the most dominant and versatile players in early NHL history, excelling as a scorer, leader, and pioneer of offensive hockey. Playing from 1917 to 1927, Lalonde spent most of his NHL career with the Montreal Canadiens, where his creativity, puck control, and scoring instincts set him apart. He was a powerful skater with an accurate shot and a strong physical presence, capable of controlling games in a rugged, low-scoring era.
Lalonde became the first player to score a hat trick in NHL history and was among the league’s earliest scoring leaders. Beyond his individual achievements, he helped establish the Canadiens as a cornerstone franchise in professional hockey. His impact extended to coaching and leadership roles, further shaping the game’s early development. Newsy Lalonde’s lasting influence was honored with his induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1950.
Lalonde's Awards and Honors
- Stanley Cup Champion (1916)
- 2x NHL Scoring Leader (1919, 1921)
- 7x Scoring Champion (Across NHA, PCHA, WCHL, and NHL)
- Montreal Canadiens Record: Most goals in a single game (6 on Jan 10, 1920)
- Canada’s Lacrosse Player of the Half-Century (1950)
NHL Teams
Montreal Canadiens (1917-1922)
New York Americans (1926-1927)
Number Worn:
4
NHL Stats
Seasons Played:
6 (1917-1922,1926-1927)
Games Played:
99
Goals:
124
Assists:
41
Points:
165
Penalty Minutes:
138
Playoff Games:
7
Goals:
15
Assists:
4
Points:
19
Penalty Minutes:
20
Stanley Cups:
1 (1916)
Nicklas Lidstrom
Inducted:
2015
Player Stats
Stats:
6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
192 lb (87 kg; 13 st 10 lb)
Born:
28 April 1970
Krylbo, Sweden
Position:
Defense
College:
NA
Nicklas Lidström, often referred to as "The Perfect Human," epitomized excellence and consistency throughout his 20-season NHL career, all with the Detroit Red Wings. Drafted 53rd overall in 1989, the Swedish defenseman became a cornerstone of Detroit's success, contributing to four Stanley Cup championships (1997, 1998, 2002, 2008).
Lidström's exceptional vision, positioning, and leadership earned him seven James Norris Memorial Trophies, recognizing him as the league's top defenseman. In 2002, he made history as the first European-born player to win the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP.
His remarkable career totals include 1,564 games played and 1,142 points, making him one of the highest-scoring defensemen ever.
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2015, Lidström's legacy endures as a paragon of professionalism and skill.
Lidstrom's Awards and Honors
- World Championship gold medal winner (Sweden, 1991).
- 4x Stanley Cup winner (1997, 1998, 2002, and 2008).
- 7x Norris Trophy winner (2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011).
- Conn Smythe Trophy winner (2002).
- Olympic gold medal winner (Sweden, 2006)
- Olympic All-Star team (2006).
- Member of the Triple Gold Club.
- 2x Viking Award winner (2000 and 2006).
- Inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame – 2014
- Detroit Red Wings #5 retired on 6 March 2014
- Inducted into the IIHF Hall of Fame – 2014[46][47]
- Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame – 2015
- Introduced into the IIHF All-Time Sweden Team - 2020
NHL Records
- NHL All-Rookie Team (1992).
- 12x NHL All-Star Game (1996, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2007, 2008, 2009*, 2011).
- 10x NHL first All-Star team member (1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011).
- 2x NHL Second All-Star Team member (2009, 2010).
- NHL 2000s All-Decade First Team (2009)
NHL Teams
Detroit Red Wings (1991-2012)
NHL Draft:
53rd overall, 1989
Detroit Red Wings
Numbers Worn:
5
NHL Stats
Seasons Played:
20
Games Played:
1,564
Goals:
264
Assists:
878
Points:
1,142
Plus/Minus:
+450
Penalty Minutes:
514
Playoff Games:
263
Playoff Points:
183
Norm Ullman
Inducted:
1982
Player Stats
5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
185 lb (84 kg; 13 st 3 lb)
Born:
December 26, 1935
Provost, Alberta, Canada
Position:
Center
College:
NA
Norm Ullman was one of the NHL’s most consistent and durable forwards, excelling for the Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs from the late 1950s through the 1970s. Known for his smooth skating, pinpoint passing, and ability to read the game, Ullman was a key offensive force for nearly two decades. He recorded sixteen consecutive 20-goal seasons, showcasing remarkable consistency and endurance.
Ullman was an 11-time NHL All-Star and played in 1,410 regular-season games, ranking among the league’s leaders in games played at the time of his retirement. He also starred in the postseason, helping Detroit reach multiple Stanley Cup Finals. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1982, Ullman’s career stands as a testament to skill, longevity, and dedication.
Ullman's Awards and Honors
- 11× NHL All-Star
- 16 consecutive 20-goal seasons
- Top 10 in NHL scoring eight times
- 2× Stanley Cup Finalist
NHL Records
- Consecutive 20-Goal Seasons: 16 straight seasons (1958–1974)
- Retired ranked 3rd all-time with 1,410 games played
- 11 selections (1959–1974), among the most by a player of his era
- Retired ranked 4th all-time with 1,229 points
- 4 trips Stanley Cup to the Finals with Detroit Red Wings
NHL Teams
Detroit Red Wings (1955-1968)
Toronto Maple Leafs (1968-1975)
Number Worn:
17
NHL Stats
Seasons:
20 (1955–1975)
Games Played:
1,410
Goals:
490
Assists:
739
Points:
1,229
Penalty Minutes:
712
WHA Games:
144
WHA Records:
G-47, A-83, P-130
Playoff Games:
106
WHA Records:
G-30, A-53, P-83
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