One of the most prolific names in Prince George Cougars history is headed to the Hockey Hall of Fame (HHOF).
Zdeno Chara was one of eight individuals selected to the HHOF Class of 2025.
Chara joined the Cougars for the 1996-1997 season, posting three goals and adding 19 assists in 49 games. He also put up 120 penalty minutes in those games.
He went on to play 1,680 games (most ever by an NHL defenceman) over 24 seasons in the NHL, most notably as the captain of the Boston Bruins for 14 of them.
He led the Bruins to a Stanley Cup in 2011, and also won the Norris Trophy in the 2008-09 season.
Chara was also inducted into the IIHF Hall of Fame Class of 2025 in May.
Also elected to the Class of 2025 are:
- Jack Parker (Builder)
- Daniele Sauvageau (Builder)
- Jennifer Botterill
- Briana Decker
- Duncan Keith
- Alexander Mogilny
- Joe Thornton
“The Hockey Hall of Fame is proud to welcome these hockey legends as Honoured Members,” said Chair of the Hockey Hall of Fame Selection Committee Ron Francis.
“Their contributions to the game of hockey are well documented and their election to the Hockey Hall of Fame is richly deserved.”
The 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Celebration is scheduled on Monday, November 10th.
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