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Ted Kennedy

Inducted:
1966

Player Stats

5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
170 lb (77 kg; 12 st 2 lb)

Born:
December 12, 1925
Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada

Died:
August 14, 2009
Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada

Position:
Center

College:
NA

Theodore "Teeder" Kennedy was the heart and soul of the Toronto Maple Leafs during the most successful era in franchise history. A gritty, defensive-minded center who was nearly unbeatable in the face-off circle, Kennedy was the ultimate "big game" player. He was the first player in NHL history to win five Stanley Cup championships, serving as the centerpiece of the 1940s "three-peat" and captaining the team to the 1951 title.

While he wasn't the most graceful skater, his relentless work ethic and leadership were unparalleled; Maple Leafs patriarch Conn Smythe famously described him as the greatest player to ever wear the blue and white. In 1955, his career was punctuated with the Hart Memorial Trophy as league MVP. Known for his competitive fire and humility, Kennedy remained a "one-team man" throughout his 14-season career. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1966.

Kennedy's Awards and Honors

5x Stanley Cup Champion (1945, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1951)
Hart Memorial Trophy (League MVP) (1955)
Named one of the "100 Greatest NHL Players" (2017)
Number 9 retired (honoured) by the Toronto Maple Leafs
Last member of the Toronto Maple Leafs to win the Hart Memorial Trophy (Until Auston Matthews won the award in 2022)

NHL Records

Youngest player to score a Stanley Cup-winning goal in NHL history
3x NHL Second All-Star Team (1950, 1951, 1954)
6x NHL All-Star Game appearance
First player in the history of the NHL to be a part of five Stanley Cup-winning teams

NHL Teams

Toronto Maple Leafs (1942-1957)

Number Worn:
9

NHL Stats

Seasons Played:
14 (1942-1957)
Games Played:
696
Goals:
231
Assists:
329
Points:
560
Penalty Minutes:
432
Playoff Games:
78
Goals:
29
Assists:
31
Points:
60
Stanley Cups:
5 (1945, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1951)

Ted Lindsay

Inducted:
1966

Player Stats

5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
163 lb (74 kg; 11 st 9 lb)

Born:
July 29, 1925
Renfrew, Ontario, Canada

Died:
March 4, 2019
Oakland, Michigan, U.S.

Position:
Left wing

College:
St. Michael's College

Robert Blake Theodore "Terrible Ted" Lindsay was the fierce, competitive heartbeat of the Detroit Red Wings for nearly two decades. Despite his modest 5'8" frame, Lindsay was one of the toughest and most feared players in NHL history, earning his nickname through a relentless, physical style that saw him challenge anyone regardless of size. He was the left-wing anchor of the legendary "Production Line" alongside Gordie Howe and Sid Abel, a trio that dominated the league in the late 1940s and 50s.

Beyond his scoring prowess and four Stanley Cup titles, Lindsay’s most enduring legacy is his courage off the ice. He was a primary architect in the formation of the first NHL Players' Association (NHLPA), a move that led to his retaliatory trade to Chicago but eventually revolutionized player rights. His impact on the game was so profound that the Lester B. Pearson Award was renamed the Ted Lindsay Award in 2010. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1966.

Lindsay's Awards and Honors

4x Stanley Cup Champion (1950, 1952, 1954, 1955)
1x Art Ross Trophy (Scoring Leader) (1950)
Number 7 Retired by the Detroit Red Wings (1991)
Named one of the "100 Greatest NHL Players" (2017)
The Hockey News Executive of the Year (1977)

NHL Records

8x NHL First All-Star Team (1948, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1956, 1957)
1x NHL Second All-Star Team (1949)
11x NHL All-Star Game appearance

NHL Teams

Detroit Red Wings (1944-1957)
Chicago Black Hawks (1958-60, 1964-1965)

Number Worn:
7

NHL Stats

Season Played:
17 (1944-1960, 1964-1965)
Games Played:
1,068
Goals:
379
Assists:
472
Points:
851
Penalty Minutes:
1,808
Playoffs Games:
133
Playoff Points:
96 (47 G, 49 A)
Stanley Cup:
4 (1950, 1952, 1954, 1955)

Teemu Selanne

Inducted:
2017

Player Stats

Stats:
6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
198 lb (90 kg; 14 st 2 lb)

Born:
July 3, 1970
Helsinki, Finland

Position:
Right Wing

College:
NA

Teemu Selänne, known as "The Finnish Flash," is one of the most electrifying goal scorers in NHL history. Debuting with the Winnipeg Jets in 1992–93, he burst onto the scene with a record-setting 76-goal rookie season—a mark that still stands today.

Over a 21-season career, primarily with the Anaheim Ducks, Selänne dazzled fans with his blazing speed, sharp hockey IQ, and lethal finishing. He amassed 684 goals and 773 assists for 1,457 points across 1,451 games.

Selänne was instrumental in the Ducks’ 2007 Stanley Cup championship and represented Finland in six Olympic Games, winning four medals. Beyond stats, he was admired for his sportsmanship and longevity, retiring at age 43.

He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2017, a first-ballot selection that reflected his legendary status in both the NHL and international hockey. Teemu Selänne’s legacy is one of class, consistency, and unforgettable moments.

Selanne's Awards and Honors

Calder Memorial Trophy (1993 – NHL Rookie of the Year)
Stanley Cup Champion (2007 – Anaheim Ducks)
King Clancy Memorial Trophy (2015 – Leadership & Humanitarian Contribution)
Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy (2006 – Perseverance and Dedication to Hockey)
Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee (2017, first ballot)

NHL Records

NHL First All-Star Team (1993, 1997, 1998)
NHL All-Star Game Appearances (10 times)
Most goals by a rookie in a single season: 76 (1992–93)
Most points by a rookie in a single season: 132 (1992–93)
Oldest player to score 50+ points in a season (age 41)
One of only 21 players to score over 600 career goals
Second-most career goals by a European-born player (behind Jaromir Jagr)
Ranks 12th in all-time NHL goals scored
Ranks 15th in all-time points scored

NHL Teams

Winnipeg Jets (1992-1995)
Anaheim Ducks (1995-2001, 2005-2014)
San Jose Sharks (2000-2003)
Colorado Avalanche (2003-2004)

Numbers Worn:
8

NHL Draft
10th overall, 1988
Winnipeg Jets

NHL Stats

Seasons Played:
21 (1992–2014)
Games Played (GP):
1,451
Goals (G):
684
Assists (A):
773
Points (PTS):
1,457
Plus/Minus:
+95
Penalty Minutes (PIM):
660
Power Play Goals:
255
Game-Winning Goals:
110
Playoff Games:
130
Playoff Points:
88 (44 G, 44 A)

Terry Sawchuk

Inducted:
1971

Player Stats

5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
195 lb (88 kg; 13 st 13 lb)

Born:
December 28, 1929
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Died:
May 31, 1970
New York City, New York, U.S.

Position:
Goaltender

College:
NA

Terrance "Terry" Sawchuk was one of the greatest and most dominant goaltenders in NHL history, renowned for his quick reflexes, tremendous athleticism, and signature deep crouch, which became known as the "Sawchuk Crouch." During his 21-season career, which spanned the entire Original Six era, he set the standard for goaltending excellence, despite the physical and mental strain that marked his life and career.

Sawchuk was a cornerstone of the Detroit Red Wings dynasty, leading them to three Stanley Cup championships in five years in the early 1950s, and winning a fourth with the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1967. His individual accolades include the Calder Memorial Trophy (Rookie of the Year) and four Vezina Trophies (Fewest Goals Allowed). At the time of his retirement, he held the NHL records for career wins and, famously, 103 career shutouts, a record that stood for 46 years.

He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1971, with the mandatory three-year waiting period waived.

Sawchuk's Awards and Honors

4x Stanley Cup Champion
4x Vezina Trophy (Best Goaltender) (1952, 1953, 1955, 1965 [shared])
Calder Memorial Trophy (Rookie of the Year) (1951)
3x NHL First All-Star Team
4x NHL Second All-Star Team
11x NHL All-Star Game appearance

NHL Records

Named one of the "100 Greatest NHL Players" in 2017
NHL All-Time Record for Career Ties (171).
Held the NHL record for Career Shutouts (103) from 1964 until 2009.
Was the all-time NHL leader in wins (447) at the time of his death in 1970
First goaltender in NHL history to record 100 regular-season shutouts

NHL Teams

Detroit Red Wings (1949-1955, 1957-1964, 1968-1969)
Boston Bruins (1955-1957)
Toronto Maple Leafs (1964-1967)
Los Angeles Kings (1967-1968)
New York Rangers (1969-70)

Number Worn:
1, 24, 30, 29

NHL Stats

Seasons:
21 (1949-1970)
Games Played:
971
Wins:
445
Losses:
336
Goals Against Average (GAA):
2.50
Save Percentage:
.907
Shutouts:
103
Playoff Record:
54-47 in 106 games
Playoff GAA:
2.53
Stanley Cups:
4 (1952, 1954, 1955, 1967)

Tim Horton

Inducted:
1977

Player Stats

5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
180 lb (82 kg; 12 st 12 lb)

Born
January 12, 1930
Cochrane, Ontario, Canada

Died
February 21, 1974
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Position:
Defense

College:
St. Michael's College School

Tim Horton was one of the NHL’s toughest and most reliable defensemen. Over a 24-year career, he became a cornerstone of the Toronto Maple Leafs, playing more than 1,400 games and helping the team win four Stanley Cups. Known for his strength, durability, and steady play in his own zone, Horton was rarely rattled and consistently shut down opponents’ top scorers. He was selected to multiple All-Star teams and earned a reputation as one of the game’s greatest defensemen of his generation.

Beyond hockey, he became a household name through the founding of the Tim Hortons coffee and donut chain, which grew into a Canadian institution. Horton’s life was tragically cut short in 1974, but his impact on the game and Canadian culture remains significant. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1977, he is remembered for his excellence on the ice and enduring legacy off it.

Horton's Awards and Honors

NHL first All-Star team in 1964, 1968, and 1969
NHL second All-Star team in 1954, 1963, and 1967
4x Stanley Cup champion – 1962, 1963, 1964, 1967
Key contributor to Toronto’s dynasty in the 1960s

NHL Records

Considered one of the toughest defensemen in NHL history
Played over 1,400 NHL games as a defenseman, an elite milestone in his era
Co-founder of Tim Hortons, a cultural and business legacy beyond hockey

NHL Teams

Toronto Maple Leafs (1949-1970)
New York Rangers (1970-1971)
Pittsburgh Penguins (1971-1972)
Buffalo Sabres (1972-1974)

Number Worn:
7, 2

NHL Stats

Seasons:
24 (1949–1974)
Games Played:
1,446
Goals:
115
Assists:
403
Points:
518
Penalty Minutes:
1,611
Playoff Game:
126
Playoff Points:
50 (G-11,A-39)
Stanley Cups:
4 (1962, 1963, 1964, 1967)

Tiny Thompson

Inducted:
1959

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 Honors

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)

Toe Blake

Inducted:
1966

Player Stats

5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
162 lb (73 kg; 11 st 8 lb)

Born:
August 21, 1912
Victoria Mines, Ontario, Canada

Died:
May 17, 1995
Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Position:
Left wing

College:
NA

Hector "Toe" Blake was one of the most influential figures in hockey history, achieving legendary status as both a player and a head coach. As a left winger for the Montreal Canadiens, Blake was the veteran leader of the feared "Punch Line" alongside Maurice "Rocket" Richard and Elmer Lach. A tenacious checker with high scoring ability, he won the Hart Trophy and the scoring title in 1939 and helped Montreal to two Stanley Cups.

However, his legacy reached even greater heights behind the bench. As the head coach of the Canadiens from 1955 to 1968, Blake orchestrated the greatest dynasty in NHL history, winning eight Stanley Cup championships, including an unprecedented five consecutive titles from 1956 to 1960. Known for his tactical brilliance and ability to manage the fiery temper of Richard, Blake retired with a total of 11 Stanley Cups to his name. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1966.

Blake's Awards and Honors

3 Stanley Cup Champion (As Player: 1935, 1944, 1946)
8 Stanley Cup Champion (As Coach: 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1965, 1966, 1968)
Hart Memorial Trophy (League MVP) (1939)
NHL Scoring Leader (Art Ross equivalent) (1939)
Lady Byng Memorial Trophy (1946)
3x NHL First All-Star Team (1939, 1940, 1945)
Named one of the "100 Greatest NHL Players" (2017)

NHL Records

11 Stanley Cup rings rank him second all-time in NHL history, trailing only Jean Béliveau (17)
Holds the NHL record for the most consecutive Stanley Cups won by a head coach (5)
Led the Montreal Canadiens to the Stanley Cup Finals in 11 of his 13 seasons behind the bench

NHL Teams

Montreal Maroons (1934-1935)
Montreal Canadiens (1936-1948)

Number Worn:
6

NHL Stats

Season Played:
14 (1934-1948)
Games Played:
577
Goals:
235
Assists:
292
Points:
527
Penalty Minutes:
282
Playoffs Games:
57
Playoff Points:
62 (25 G, 37 A)
Game Managed(as coach):
914
Win/Lose:
500-255

Tom Barrasso

Inducted:
2023

Player Stats

Stats:
6 ft 3 in (191 cm)
210 lb (95 kg; 15 st 0 lb)
Born:
March 31, 1965
Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
Position:
Goaltender

College:
NA

Tom Barrasso was one of the most dominant goaltenders of his era, making an immediate impact in the NHL straight out of high school. Drafted fifth overall by the Buffalo Sabres in 1983, he won the Calder Trophy as Rookie of the Year and the Vezina Trophy as the league’s best goaltender in his debut season. His aggressive style and puck-handling ability set him apart, revolutionizing the position.

Barrasso found his greatest success with the Pittsburgh Penguins, backstopping them to back-to-back Stanley Cup championships in 1991 and 1992. He finished his career with over 350 wins, cementing his legacy as one of the best American-born goaltenders in history.

In recognition of his contributions to the game, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2023.

Barrasso's Awards and Honors

2× Stanley Cup Champion (1991, 1992)
Vezina Trophy (1984)
Calder Trophy (1984)
369 career wins (most by a U.S.-born goalie at retirement)
Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee (2023)

NHL Records

Most wins by a U.S.-born goaltender at retirement – 369 wins
Youngest goalie to win the Vezina Trophy – 18 years old (1984)
First U.S.-born goaltender to reach 300 NHL wins
Most career points by a goaltender at retirement – 48 points (goal + assists)
Most playoff wins by a U.S.-born goaltender (at time of retirement) – 61 wins
First goaltender to record an assist in multiple Stanley Cup Final games
Most career assists by a goaltender in NHL history (at retirement) – 48

NHL Teams

Buffalo Sabres 1983-1988
Pittsburgh Penguins 1988-1999
Ottawa Senators 1999-2000
Carolina Hurricanes 2001-2002
Toronto Maple Leafs 2001-2002
St. Louis Blues 2002-2003

NHL draft:
5th overall, 1983
Buffalo Sabres

Numbers Worn:
30, 35

NHL Stats

Seasons:
18
Games Played:
777
Minutes Played:
44,180
Wins:
369
Losses:
277
Ties:
86
Shutouts:
38
Saves %
.892
Goals Against Average:
3.24

Tom Hooper

Inducted:
1963

Player Stats

5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
175 lb (79 kg; 12 st 7 lb)

Born:
November 23, 1883
Kenora, Ontario, Canada

Died:
March 23, 1960
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Position:
Center

College:
NA

Charles Thomas "Tom" Hooper was a versatile superstar of the early 1900s, best known as a cornerstone of the legendary Kenora Thistles. A fast, powerful skater with exceptional reach, Hooper was a master of the "rover" position—the seventh player in the early game who roamed between the forwards and the defense. He was the tactical engine of the Thistles team that shocked the hockey world by winning the Stanley Cup in 1907.

Hooper’s career was defined by his incredible endurance and multi-sport athleticism (he was also a champion rower). In an era when Kenora was the smallest town to ever challenge for the Cup, Hooper’s ability to shut down Hall of Fame opponents while leading the counter-attack made him a national celebrity. He later played for the Montreal Wanderers and the Montreal Hockey Club, though a series of severe injuries, including a broken collarbone and a career-ending back injury, shortened his time in the professional ranks. He was posthumously inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1963.

Hooper's Awards and Honors

4x Stanley Cup Champion (1906, 1907, 1908, 1910)
First Professional Goalie in hockey history (1904)
IHL First All-Star Team (1904, 1905)
Only goaltender to be a part of all four of the Wanderers' early Stanley Cup victories
Was the starting goaltender for the Wanderers during the inaugural season of the NHA in 1910

Teams

Kenora Thistles (1905-1908)
Montreal Wanderers (1907-1908)

Stats

Seasons Played:
9
Games Played:
54
Goals:
53
Penalty Minutes:
78
Stanley Cup Challenges:
9 Games / 5 Goals
Stanley Cups:
1 (1907)

Tom Johnson

Inducted:
1970

Player Stats

6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
180 lb (82 kg; 12 st 12 lb)

Born:
February 18, 1928
Baldur, Manitoba, Canada

Died:
November 21, 2007
Falmouth, Massachusetts, U.S.

Position:
Defense

College:
NA

Tom Johnson was the "quiet superstar" of the Montreal Canadiens' blue line during their most dominant era. While his defensive partner Doug Harvey often garnered more headlines for his puck-moving brilliance, Johnson was the bedrock of the defense—a rugged, dependable, and highly intelligent player who specialized in shutting down the league's top scoring threats. His consistency was vital to the Canadiens' record-breaking five consecutive Stanley Cup championships from 1956 to 1960.

In 1959, he reached the pinnacle of individual success by winning the James Norris Memorial Trophy, ending Doug Harvey's four-year stranglehold on the award. After 15 seasons in Montreal, he finished his playing career with the Boston Bruins, where he later transitioned into a legendary executive and coach, winning another Stanley Cup behind the bench in 1972. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1970.

Johnson's Awards and Honors

6x Stanley Cup Champion as a Player (1953,1956-60)
Stanley Cup Champion as a Coach (1972)
Stanley Cup Champion as an Executive (1970)
James Norris Memorial Trophy (Best Defenseman) (1959)
NHL First All-Star Team (1959)
NHL Second All-Star Team (1956)
8x NHL All-Star Game appearance

NHL Records

NHL Second All-Star team Defenseman (1956)
NHL first All-Star team Defenseman (1959)
Became the first player to win the Norris Trophy during the era of Doug Harvey’s dominance
One of the few individuals in hockey history to win the Stanley Cup as a player, as a head coach, and as an assistant general manager
Key member of the only team in NHL history to win five straight Stanley Cups

NHL Teams

Montreal Canadiens (1947-1963)
Boston Bruins (1963-1965)

Number Worn:
52

NHL Stats

Seasons:
16 (1947–1963)
Games Played:
979
Goals:
51
Assists:
213
Points:
264
Penalty Minutes:
960
Playoff Game:
111
Playoff Points:
23 (G-8, A-15)
Stanley Cup:
8 (1953,1956-60)

Tommy Dunderdale

Inducted:
1974

Player Stats

5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
160 lb (73 kg; 11 st 6 lb)

Born:
6 May 1887
Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Died:
15 December 1960
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Position:
Center

College:
NA

Tommy Dunderdale was a dynamic, Australian-born professional ice hockey forward and one of the early stars of the sport, known for his speed and deft stickhandling. Though he played brief stints in the National Hockey Association (NHA), his career dominance was established in the Pacific Coast Hockey Association (PCHA) with the Victoria Aristocrats/Cougars, where he played nine seasons and served as captain.

Dunderdale was a perennial All-Star, earning six PCHA First All-Star Team selections and retiring as the league's all-time leading goal scorer. He holds the historical distinction of being the first player credited with scoring a penalty shot goal in ice hockey history. His prolific scoring and offensive artistry made him one of the most recognizable players of his era. He was formally inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1974.

Dunderdale's Awards and Honors

6x PCHA First All-Star Team selection (1912, 1913, 1914, 1915, 1920, 1922)
3x PCHA Goals Leader (1913, 1914, 1920)
2x PCHA Points Leader (1913, 1914)
First Australian-born player inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame
Served as the Captain of the Victoria Aristocrats/Cougars for multiple seasons
Held the PCHA record for Most Penalty Minutes in a single season (141 in 1916–17) at the time it was set

Teams

Victoria Cougars (1911-1915,1918-1923)
Portland Rosebuds (1915-1918)
Saskatoon Crescents (1923-1924)
Edmonton Eskimos (1923-1924)

Stats

Seasons Played (PCHA):
13 (1911-1924)
Games Played (PCHA):
231
Goals:
194
Assists:
60
Points:
254
Penalty Minutes:
494
Playoff Games:
24
Goals:
5
Assists:
6
Points:
11

Tommy Phillips

Inducted:
1945

Player Stats

5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
168 lb (76 kg; 12 st 0 lb)

Born:
May 22, 1883
Rat Portage, Ontario, Canada

Died:
November 30, 1923
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Position:
Left wing

College:
McGill University

Tommy Phillips was one of the most skilled and versatile forwards of hockey’s early professional era. Playing from 1903 to 1912, Phillips starred with teams such as the Ottawa Hockey Club (Silver Seven), where he became known for his speed, scoring ability, and creativity on the ice. He helped lead Ottawa to multiple Stanley Cup championships, combining strong offensive instincts with precise passing and excellent puck control.

Phillips was also respected for his leadership, often guiding younger teammates during high-pressure games in a physically demanding era. Beyond individual statistics, Phillips played a key role in popularizing the sport in Canada and setting standards for elite forwards. Tommy Phillips’ remarkable contributions were recognized with his induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1945.

Phillips's Awards and Honors

2x Stanley Cup Champion (1903 with Montreal, 1907 with Kenora)
WPHL Scoring Leader (1908)
Captain of the Kenora Thistles Stanley Cup Champions
Known for speed, scoring, and playmaking ability
Leader and influential figure in early professional hockey
Key player in Ottawa’s dominance in the early 1900s

Teams

Ottawa Hockey Club (1900-1912)

Stats

Playing career:
1900–1912
Games Played:
54
Goals:
117
Points:
117
Penalty Minutes:
78
St Cup Games:
13
Playoff Points:
24 (24 Goal)
Stanley Cups:
2 (1903, 1907)

Tommy Smith

Inducted:
1973

Player Stats

5 ft 6 in (168 cm)
150 lb (68 kg; 10 st 10 lb)

Born:
September 27, 1885
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Died:
August 1, 1966
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Position:
Center

College:
NA

Tommy Smith was one of the most prolific goal-scorers of the pre-NHL era, known for his relentless offensive drive and ability to lead the league in scoring across multiple early professional leagues. Smith was a key figure in the game from 1905 to 1920, frequently jumping teams and leagues to follow the highest financial opportunities, a common practice at the time.

His legacy is cemented by winning two Stanley Cup championships—one with the Ottawa Silver Seven in 1906 and another as a scoring star for the Quebec Bulldogs in 1913. Despite a brief and statistically quiet stint in the fledgling National Hockey League at the very end of his career, his explosive scoring records in the National Hockey Association (NHA) and other professional circuits made him a dominant offensive force in the first golden age of hockey.

He was formally inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1973.

Smith's Awards and Honors

2x Stanley Cup Champion (Ottawa Silver Seven: 1906; Quebec Bulldogs: 1913)
2x National Hockey Association (NHA) Goals Leader (1914, 1915)
2x National Hockey Association (NHA) Scoring Leader (1914, 1915)
1x Federal Amateur Hockey League (FAHL) Scoring Leader (1906)

Notable Achievements

Led the National Hockey Association (NHA) in goals and points in back-to-back seasons (1913–14, 1914–15)
Recorded an unprecedented eight goals in a single game for the Ottawa Victorias in 1906
Finished his professional career with a total of 363 goals scored across various leagues

Teams

Quebec Bulldogs (1912-1914, 1915-1917, 1919-1920)
Toronto Shamrocks (1914-1915)

Number Worn:
10, 15

Stats

Seasons Played (NHA/NHL):
6 (1912-15,1919-20)
Games Played:
103
Goals:
141
Assists:
17
Points:
158
Penalty Minutes:
170
Playoff Games:
2
Goals:
2
Points:
2
Stanley Cups:
2 (1906, 1913)

Tony Esposito

Inducted:
1988

Player Stats

5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
185 lb (84 kg; 13 st 3 lb)

Born:
April 23, 1943
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada

Died:
August 10, 2021
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

Position:
Goaltender

College:
Michigan Technological University

Tony Esposito was a pioneering goaltender known for his innovative butterfly style and remarkable consistency. Playing primarily for the Chicago Blackhawks from 1969 to 1984, Esposito was a dominant presence in the net, earning respect for his quick reflexes and calm under pressure. He won the Calder Trophy as the NHL’s top rookie and was a three-time Vezina Trophy winner as the league’s best goaltender.

Known for his competitiveness and durability, Esposito set franchise records and was instrumental in leading the Blackhawks to multiple playoff appearances. His influence extended beyond his playing career, helping popularize goaltending techniques that are standard today. Tony Esposito was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1988, cementing his place among the game’s all-time greats.

Esposito's Awards and Honors

Stanley Cup Champion (1969)
Calder Memorial Trophy (1970)
Vezina Trophy (1970, 1972, 1974)
Played 886 NHL games, one of the era’s most durable goalies

NHL Records

NHL First All-Star Team Goalie (1970, 1972, 1980)
NHL Second All-Star Team Goalie (1973, 1974)
Set the Chicago Blackhawks franchise record for wins (423)
Led the NHL in goals against average twice (1970, 1972)
Awarded the Calder Memorial Trophy as rookie of the year in 1969
Selected to 6 NHL All-Star Games during his career

NHL Teams

Montreal Canadiens (1968-1969)
Chicago Black Hawks (1969-1984)

National team:
Canada (1972,1977)
United States (1981)

Number Worn:
35

NHL Stats

Seasons:
1968–1984
Games Played:
886
Wins:
423
Losses:
306
Ties:
151
Goals Against Average:
3.07
Shutouts:
6
Save Percentage:
.903

Turk Broda

Inducted:
1967

Player Stats

5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
165 lb (75 kg; 11 st 11 lb)

Born:
May 15, 1914
Brandon, Manitoba, Canada

Died:
October 17, 1972
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Position:
Goaltender

College:
NA

Walter Edward "Turk" Broda was the ultimate "money goalie" and a cornerstone of the Toronto Maple Leafs' first great dynasty. Known for his cheerful personality and unflappable nerves, Broda was at his best when the stakes were highest. He backstopped the Leafs to five Stanley Cup championships, including the historic 1942 comeback from a 3-0 series deficit and the 1940s "three-peat."

Despite a two-year hiatus to serve in the Canadian Army during World War II, he returned to the NHL without missing a beat, capturing two Vezina Trophies and becoming the first goaltender in league history to reach 300 wins. Broda’s legacy is defined by his postseason brilliance; his career playoff goals-against average remains a staggering 1.98. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1967.

Broda's Awards and Honors

5x Stanley Cup Champion (1942, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1951)
2x Vezina Trophy (1941, 1948)
2x NHL First All-Star Team (1941, 1948)
1x NHL Second All-Star Team (1942)
4x NHL All-Star Game appearance

NHL Records

NHL First All-Star Team Goalie (1941 and 1948)
NHL Second All-Star Team Goalie (1942)
Named one of the "100 Greatest NHL Players" (2017)
Number 1 retired by the Toronto Maple Leafs
First goaltender in NHL history to record 300 regular-season career victories

NHL Teams

Toronto Maple Leafs (1936-1952)

Number Worn:
1

NHL Stats

Seasons:
14 (1936-1952)
Games Played:
629
Wins:
302
Losses:
224
Tied:
101
Goals Against Average (GAA):
2.53
Shutouts:
62
Playoff Record:
60-39 in 101 games
Playoff GAA:
1.98
Stanley Cups:
5 (1942,1947,1948,1949,1951)

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