Hockey Hall of Fame Welcomes 2025 Inductees

The Hockey Hall of Fame recognized its esteemed 2025 inductees, featuring a total of eight outstanding figures in hockey: six players and two builders. Each inductee brings a remarkable history of achievements to the sport.

Inductees of the 2025 Class

• Zdeno Chara: A towering presence at 6-foot-9, Chara holds the record for the most games played by a defenseman in NHL history, with 1,680. Over his 24-year career, he played for the New York Islanders, Ottawa Senators, Boston Bruins, and Washington Capitals, earning seven All-Star selections, a Norris Trophy, and a Stanley Cup. Chara recorded 680 points and participated in 200 playoff games, marking his place as one of the league’s most formidable defenders.
• Duncan Keith: Celebrated for his 16 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks, Keith is a first-time inductee. His resume includes three Stanley Cups, two Norris Trophies, a Conn Smythe Trophy, and three All-Star appearances. Additionally, he secured two Olympic gold medals while representing Canada.
• Alexander Mogilny: Although he submitted a virtual speech due to absence, Mogilny’s impact on hockey is undeniable. A member of the Triple Gold Club, he scored 1,032 points in 990 games. As the first player to defect from the Soviet Union, Mogilny paved the way for many Russian players in the NHL. His career included notable stints with teams like the Buffalo Sabres and Vancouver Canucks.
• Joe Thornton: With a career spanning 24 seasons, Thornton was the first overall pick in 1997. He played with the Boston Bruins, San Jose Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Florida Panthers. Regarded as one of the greatest playmakers, he ranks seventh in all-time assists with 1,109 and fourteenth in points with 1,539. Despite his accolades, he has not yet captured a Stanley Cup.
• Jennifer Botterill: This Canadian player has earned three Olympic gold medals and five World Championship titles. An impactful player at Harvard, she is the only individual to win the Patty Kazmaier Award twice as the NCAA’s top player, ranking sixth in scoring for Canada at the World Championships.
• Brianna Decker: Decker is a key player for the United States women’s hockey team, with six World Championships and an Olympic gold medal to her name. She also achieved an NCAA national championship with the University of Wisconsin in 2011.

Builders Inducted into the Hall of Fame

• Daniele Sauvageau: Making history as the first woman to be inducted in the builders category, Sauvageau is the general manager of the Montreal Victoire in the PWHL. She captured Olympic gold in 2002 as head coach and held multiple roles during various World Championship victories.
• Jack Parker: A legendary figure in NCAA hockey, Parker coached the Boston University men’s team for 40 years, concluding his career after the 2012-13 season. He boasts a .643 winning percentage and leads the NCAA with an impressive 897 wins with a single program, having secured three national championships.

Conclusion

The 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony highlighted the incredible accomplishments of these eight individuals, celebrating their contributions to the sport. As they join the ranks of hockey legends, their legacies will inspire future generations of players and enthusiasts alike.