US EditionFormer Bruins Chara, Thornton Chosen for Hockey Hall of Fame
- On June 24, 2025, six players including former Bruins Zdeno Chara and Joe Thornton, along with Duncan Keith, Alexander Mogilny, Jennifer Botterill, and Brianna Decker, were elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame.
- These players’ inductions follow distinguished careers marked by NHL records, Olympic gold medals, and multiple awards, while Daniele Sauvageau and Jack Parker were elected as builders for their coaching and management contributions.
- Chara, a Slovak defenseman, played 1,680 NHL games—the most by a defenseman—won the Norris Trophy in 2008-09, and captained the Bruins to the 2011 Stanley Cup, while Thornton was the first overall draft pick in 1997 and won the Hart and Art Ross trophies in 2005-06.
- Keith described the experience as almost unbelievable, reflecting on receiving the honor from the comfort of his home, while Botterill expressed deep appreciation for the recognition and thanked those who have supported her throughout her career.
- The induction ceremony is scheduled for November 10, 2025, in Toronto, where their careers and influence on hockey will be officially recognized, continuing the tradition of celebrating both players and builders in the sport.
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Former Bruins Captains Zdeno Chara, Joe Thornton Elected To 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame Class
Hockey Hall of Fame Press Release TORONTO (June 24, 2025) – Ron Francis, Chair of the Hockey Hall of Fame Selection Committee, announced today that eight individuals have been elected to Hockey Hall of Fame Honoured Membership, in both the Player and Builder Category. The vote took place today at the annual meeting of the Selection Committee in Toronto. “The Hockey Hall of Fame is proud to welcome these hockey legends as Honoured Members,” said …
Hockey Hall of Fame goes big on Boston, with Zdeno Chara, Joe Thornton, Jack Parker, Jennifer Botterill among 2025 class - The Boston Globe
Former Boston University coach Parker was selected in the builders category, and former Harvard star Botterill also made the list.
Former Bruins Chara, Thornton chosen for Hockey Hall of Fame
BOSTON (WPRI) — Big Z and Jumbo Joe are heading to the hall. The Hockey Hall of Fame announced its 2025 class on Tuesday, which included two former Bruins captains: Zdeno Chara and Joe Thornton. Both were elected in their first year of eligibility, having played in the NHL from 1997 to 2022. Thornton was drafted first overall by the Bruins and spent the first eight seasons of his career in Boston. He went on to play 15 seasons for the San Jose S…
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