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National Post
8 hours ago
- Sport
- National Post
Mogilny, Thornton, Chara, Botterill among newest inductees to Hockey Hall of Fame
Alexander Mogilny's long wait for the Hockey Hall of Fame is over, as the high-scoring Russian winger was selected Tuesday as part of the eight-member class of 2025. Article content Mogilny was joined by fellow former NHL players Joe Thornton, Zdeno Chara and Duncan Keith as well as women's hockey stars Brianna Decker and Jennifer Botterill. Mogilny had been eligible for election 16 previous years going back to 2009, passed over time after time until getting in on the 17th chance. Article content Article content Keith grew up watching Mogilny play for the Vancouver Canucks and marveled at how fast he was. 'I was sitting up in the nosebleed sections and he stood out just with his speed and skill,' Keith said. 'I can remember it very clearly just how good he was in person. You see it on TV, but it was another level being able to witness that in person. It's a huge honor to be inducted with everybody, and Alex is one of those guys. I think he's probably happy that he's inducted now, finally, and it's especially a cool honor to go in with him.' Article content Ron Francis, chairman of the 18-person selection committee for the first time, in announcing Mogilny's inclusion mentioned that Mogilny is one of just 30 players in the Triple Gold Club for winning the Stanley Cup and gold at the Olympics and world championships. Mogilny also led the league in goals in 1992-93 with a total of 76 that is tied for the fifth most in a single season. Article content All that came after Mogilny defected from the Soviet Union by leaving the 1989 world championships in Stockholm to join the Buffalo Sabres, who drafted him the previous year. Article content Mogilny, who along with Thornton and Chara were not on the annual conference call, said in a statement: 'I am happy to be part of a great organization like the Hockey Hall. I want to thank both my Russian and NHL teammates for helping me achieve this honor.' Article content Outgoing Hall of Fame chairman Lanny McDonald said Mogilny picked up when he finally got the call this time in the middle of the night in Russia. Article content 'He actually answered the phone,' McDonald said. 'Talk about a Hall of famer. That's a Hall of Famer answering the phone at 3 o'clock in the morning.' Article content Keith, Thornton and Chara all got in in their first year of eligibility. Carey Price and Ryan Getzlaf were among the first-timers who did not get elected. Article content Thornton won the Hart Trophy and led the NHL in scoring in 2005-06, and his 1,539 points rank him 14th all time. Former teammate Mike Grier said Thornton 'saw plays happening a step before they did and found lanes and through layers where you never really thought he was going to be able to get you the puck.'
Reuters
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Reuters
Zdeno Chara, Joe Thornton among 8 selected to Hockey HOF
June 24 - Zdeno Chara was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in his first opportunity, while Alexander Mogilny finally made it in on his 17th try. Chara and Mogilny join fellow former NHL players Joe Thornton and Duncan Keith, as well as women's hockey stars Jennifer Botterill and Brianna Decker, in the class of 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame inductees announced Tuesday in Toronto. Chara's 24-year career in the NHL was highlighted by 14 years with the Boston Bruins, where he earned a Stanley Cup championship (2011) and a Norris Trophy (2008-09) as the league's best defenseman. A native of Slovakia, Chara's 1,680 games played are the most by any defenseman in NHL history. Mogilny led the league in goals in 1992-93 with 76, tied for the fifth-most in a single season in NHL history. He had 473 goals to go along with 559 assists in 990 games over 16 seasons with the Buffalo Sabres, Vancouver Canucks, New Jersey Devils and Toronto Maple Leafs from 1989-06. The Russian is one of only 30 players to win the Stanley Cup as well as gold at the Olympics and world championships. "I am happy to be part of a great organization like the Hockey Hall of Fame," Mogilny said in a release. "I want to thank both my Russian and NHL teammates for helping me achieve this honour." Thornton was the first overall pick in the 1997 NHL Entry Draft by the Boston Bruins, where he spent eight seasons before being traded to the San Jose Sharks for the last 15 years of his career, leading the team in scoring seven times. His 1,528 points make him one of only 16 players in league history to compile 1,500 points or more. "Holy doodle, I can't believe that I am receiving this honour," said Thornton, who also won a gold medal with Canada in the 2010 Olympics. "There are so many people I need to thank because I certainly couldn't have done this alone." Keith won three Stanley Cups with the Chicago Blackhawks (2010, 2013, 2015) and claimed the Norris Trophy twice (2009-10, 2013-14) as well as the Conn Smythe Trophy in 2015. "I was lucky to play on some really good teams with some great players," said Keith, a native of Manitoba. "It's been a journey with many ups and downs, and I want to thank the people who helped me get to this point in my life." Among Wisconsin native Decker's many accolades during her college career at the University of Wisconsin was the Patty Kazmaier Award as the top player in NCAA women's hockey. Decker also played on six gold medal-winning U.S. teams at the IIHF Women's World Championships and earned an Olympic gold at the 2018 Winter Games. Her last game came at the 2022 Olympics. "I didn't think I would ever get this call," said Decker. "To be part of the greats that built this game is truly something that is special. I am so thankful." Botterill was a four-time First Team All-ECAC and All-American during her collegiate playing days at Harvard University (1998-2003). She retired from a professional career in 2011. A Winnipeg native, she also earned three Olympic gold medals and earned the MVP at the 2001 and 2004 IIHF Women's World Championships. "My heart is really full with this honour," said Botterill. "I appreciate all of the people who have helped me through my career." Legendary Boston University coach Jack Parker and Canadian women's hockey coach, general manager and coaching consultant Daniele Sauvageau were also inducted in the Builder category. Sauvageau is the first woman elected in the Builder Category. The inductees were decided by a vote of an 18-member selection committee on Monday and Tuesday in Toronto. The induction ceremony is scheduled for Nov. 10 in Toronto. --Field Level Media
Washington Post
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Washington Post
Mogilny finally gets the call as the Hockey Hall of Fame elects him as part of the class of 2025
Alexander Mogilny's long wait for the Hockey Hall of Fame is over, as the high-scoring Russian winger was named Tuesday as part of the eight-member class of 2025. Mogilny was joined by fellow former NHL players Joe Thornton, Zdeno Chara and Duncan Keith as well as women's hockey stars Brianna Decker and Jennifer Botterill. Mogilny had been eligible for election 16 previous years dating to 2009, passed over time after time until getting in on the 17th chance.
Al Arabiya
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Al Arabiya
Mogilny finally gets the call as the Hockey Hall of Fame elects him as part of the Class of 2025
Alexander Mogilny's long wait for the Hockey Hall of Fame is over. The high-scoring Russian winger was named Tuesday as part of the eight-member class of 2025. Mogilny was joined by fellow former NHL players Joe Thornton, Zdeno Chara, and Duncan Keith, as well as women's hockey stars Brianna Decker and Jennifer Botterill. Mogilny had been eligible for election 16 previous years, dating to 2009, passed over time after time until getting in on the 17th chance. Ron Francis, chairman of the 18-person selection committee, for the first time in announcing Mogilny's inclusion, mentioned that Mogilny is one of just 30 players in the Triple Gold Club for winning the Stanley Cup and gold at the Olympics and world championships. Mogilny also led the league in goals in 1992–93 with a total of 76, which is tied for the fifth most in a single season. Thornton, Chara, and Keith all got in in their first year of eligibility. Thornton's 1,539 points rank him 14th all time, while Chara captained Boston to the Cup in 2011, and Keith won it three times with Chicago, including in 2015 as playoff MVP. Decker and Botterill going in at the same time adds another American and Canadian among women inducted, making it a total of 12. Longtime Boston University coach Jack Parker and women's coach Daniele Sauvageau were elected in the builders category. Sauvageau, currently the general manager for Montreal in the Professional Women's Hockey League, is the first woman to make it in as a builder. 'When I received the call, I couldn't talk,' said Sauvageau, who got the news hours before the PWHL draft after interviewing a player who could be chosen. 'The timing could not have been better.'
The Province
11 hours ago
- Sport
- The Province
New class named to Hockey Hall of Fame includes former Canuck Alexander Mogilny
Former Canuck, Alexander Mogilny has been eligible since 2009, with the Russian having recorded 473 goals and 1,032 points in 990 career games. Published Jun 24, 2025 • 2 minute read Vancouver-Canuck Alexander Mogilny skates past a grimacing Wade Belak in both teams final game of the NHL season in January, 2000. Photo by Steve Bosch / Vancouver Sun Duncan Keith, Alexander Mogilny, Joe Thornton, Zdeno Chara, Jennifer Botterill and Brianna Decker were the players named to the Hockey Hall of Fame on Tuesday. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors The group will be officially inducted in November. Defencemen Keith, Chara and centre Thornton were all in their first year of Hall of Fame eligibility. Keith, from Winnipeg, was a three-time Stanley Cup winner, two-time Olympic gold medallist, a Conn Smythe Trophy winner and two-time Norris Trophy winner as the NHL's top defenceman across his 17-year career. He played for the Chicago Blackhawks from 2005-2021 before a one-year stint with the Edmonton Oilers. Thornton is 14th all-time with 1,539 career points and seventh all-time in career assists with 1,109 from a 25-year career. One of the great playmakers of his generation, Thornton won the Hart Trophy as league MVP and the Art Ross Trophy as the NHL's leading scorer in 2005-06. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. He played for the Boston Bruins, San Jose Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers from 1997-2022. The London, Ont., native also helped Canada win gold at the 2010 Olympics. Chara, the tallest player in NHL history at six-foot-nine, lived up to his imposing frame as a physical force throughout his career from 1997 to 2022. The Slovak defenceman won the Norris Trophy in 2008-09 and was a finalist six times overall. He also helped lead the Bruins to a Stanley Cup title in 2011, along with trips to the final in 2013 and 2019. Chara holds the NHL record for most games played by a defenceman with 1,680 — third most overall. Mogilny has been eligible since 2009, with the Russian having recorded 473 goals and 1,032 points in 990 career games. His 76-goal season in 1992-93 is fifth all-time for goals in a single season. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Alexander Mogilny and Pavel Bure in 1995. Photo by Arlen Redekop / PROVINCE He suited up for the Buffalo Sabres, Vancouver Canucks, New Jersey Devils, and Toronto Maple Leafs during a 17-year career that spanned from 1989-2006. Botterill, from Ottawa, won three Olympic gold medals for Canada (2002, 2006, 2010), and five world championships, with two tournament MVPs. She is the only player to win the Patty Kazmaier Award twice, claiming the honour as the top player in women's NCAA Division I hockey in back-to-back seasons at Harvard. Decker was part of the United States' Olympic gold medal-winning team in 2018 and captured six world championship titles. She also won the Patty Kazmaier Award after posting 37 goals and 82 points in 40 games during her junior season at Wisconsin. Longtime Boston University coach Jack Parker and women's coach Daniele Sauvageau were elected in the builders category. Sauvageau, who led Canada to Olympic gold at the 2002 Salt Lake City Games, is now the general manager of Montreal in the Professional Women's Hockey League. Read More Vancouver Canucks Vancouver Canucks Local News World News
