Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2024 Announced
In an eagerly awaited announcement, the Hockey Hall of Fame has revealed its Class of 2024. A ceremony set for November 11, 2024, will see seven distinguished individuals—five players and two builders—honored for their contributions to the sport.
Players Selected for Induction
The prestigious list of player inductees includes Jeremy Roenick, Pavel Datsyuk, Shea Weber, Natalie Darwitz, and Krissy Wendell-Pohl. Each of these athletes has left an indelible mark on the hockey world.
Jeremy Roenick enjoyed a remarkable 20-year career in the NHL, representing five different franchises. Known for his scoring prowess, Roenick tallied an impressive 513 goals and 703 assists across 1,363 games. His achievements place him fourth in goals and fifth in points among American-born players in NHL history.
Pavel Datsyuk, a maestro on the ice, spent 14 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings. Renowned for his defensive capabilities as much as his offensive skills, Datsyuk was a perennial contender for the Selke Trophy, an honor he claimed three times consecutively from 2008 to 2010. Over his career, he accumulated 314 goals and 604 assists in 953 games and was instrumental in the Red Wings' two Stanley Cup championships during his tenure.
Shea Weber built a reputation as one of the most formidable defensemen in the league, splitting his career between the Nashville Predators and the Montreal Canadiens. In his 16 years on the ice, Weber scored 224 goals and provided 365 assists. He was a three-time Norris Trophy finalist and played a pivotal role in leading the Canadiens to the Stanley Cup Final in 2020.
Natalie Darwitz, a trailblazer in women's hockey, led the University of Minnesota to a national championship in 2005, famously scoring the game-winning goal in the final against Harvard. Beyond her collegiate success, Darwitz's international career is decorated with two Olympic silver medals, a bronze, and an array of World Championship accolades—three golds and five silvers.
Krissy Wendell-Pohl, another luminary in women's hockey, shined on the international stage with an extraordinary tally of 106 goals in 147 games. Her Olympic record includes a silver and a bronze medal, and she was the driving force behind Team USA's gold medal win at the 2005 World Championships, where she also earned tournament MVP honors.
Builders of the Game
This year's builder inductees, David Poile and Colin Campbell, have also had extraordinary careers that deeply influenced the NHL landscape.
David Poile stands as the winningest general manager in NHL history, boasting a staggering 1,533 regular season victories. As the only GM in the history of the Nashville Predators until his retirement last year, Poile steered the franchise to its first Stanley Cup Final appearance in 2017, cementing his legacy as a visionary leader.
Colin Campbell has worn many hats in his extended career with the NHL. After an 11-season stint as a player, Campbell transitioned to coaching, winning the Stanley Cup as an assistant coach with the New York Rangers in 1994. He also served four seasons as the Rangers' head coach before taking on the role of Executive Vice President for the NHL, a position he has held for the past 25 years.
This year's Hall of Fame class not only highlights on-ice excellence but also underscores the pivotal contributions behind the scenes. The 2024 inductees collectively represent the evolvement and enduring spirit of hockey.
As the hockey world anticipates the induction ceremony, these seven individuals will join an elite group, their names etched alongside those who have shaped the sport's history. Their achievements, whether achieved through iconic moments on the ice or strategic brilliance in the front office, will continue to inspire future generations of hockey enthusiasts.