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Price, Bergeron, Tkachuk Among Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2026
The 2026 Hall of Fame class includes iconic players and builders. Discover the details and their remarkable careers.
The Hockey Hall of Fame unveiled its Class of 2026 on Monday, and it’s a group that is headlined by one of the most complete players in NHL history and a goaltender whose peak was as good as anyone’s. The six-person class includes four male players, one female player, and one builder.
Going in are Patrice Bergeron, Carey Price, Pekka Rinne, Keith Tkachuk, Brian Burke, and Cindy Curley.
Patrice Bergeron
A first-ballot lock in his first year of eligibility, Bergeron spent his entire 20-year career in Boston, scoring 1,040 points in 1,294 games and winning six Selke Trophies as the league’s best defensive forward. A Triple Gold Club member with a Stanley Cup, Olympic gold, and World Championship gold to his name, he is widely regarded as one of the most complete two-way players the game has ever produced.
“This honour is the pinnacle of my career and represents the coaches and players that I went to battle with,” said Bergeron. “It’s a surreal honour and I’m thankful that hockey has given so much to me and my family.”
Carey Price
When Carey Price was at his best, there was arguably no one better. From 2013 to 2017, he was among the elite of the elite: a Hart Trophy, a Vezina, a Lindsay Award,, and a perfect 10-0 record in Olympic and World Cup play.
He finished with 361 NHL regular-season wins. “Hockey has taught me a lot of life lessons, especially persistence and never giving up,” said Price. “The game has given me the opportunity to work with dedicated and talented people, and I’m especially grateful to live a dream playing my entire career in Montreal.”
Pekka Rinne
Pekka Rinne, a Finnish netminder, spent his entire career with the Nashville Predators. He won the Vezina Trophy and established himself as one of the most decorated goaltenders of his era. A cornerstone of the Predators franchise for over a decade, he also claimed two Olympic gold medals with Finland on the international stage.
“The honour represents me and all of the members of the Nashville Predators organization,” said Rinne. “It’s surreal to think I will be joining my teammate Shea Weber in the Hockey Hall of Fame.”
Keith Tkachuk
The elder Tkachuk, Keith has had a big week. His two sons are now on the same team — father of Matthew and Brady — and he’s found out he’s going into the Hall of Fame.
Keith Tkachuk was one of the most physically dominant power forwards of his generation. His 538 goals are the second most among eligible players not already inducted.
Cindy Curley
Curley organized the World Women’s Hockey Tournament in 1987, which served as the predecessor to the IIHF Women’s World Championship, and actively pushed for women’s hockey to be included in the Olympics — a reality that arrived in 1998. At the inaugural 1990 IIHF Women’s Hockey Championships Cindy was part of the United States team that won a Silver medal and continued as team captain until 1996.
Her induction recognizes decades of foundational work that helped build the women’s game into what it is today. “I’m shocked and grateful to receive this award, especially given how many great players have played the game,” said Curley. “So many people are responsible for the growth of women’s hockey, and I am humbled to benefit from their efforts.”
Brian Burke (Builder)
A polarizing but undeniably influential figure, Brian Burke spent decades reshaping NHL franchises as a general manager and executive, winning a Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks in 2007. Never shy about sharing his opinion, Burke has been part of some of the most notable moments in NHL history over the past 20 years. “I am grateful to all of the people who helped me throughout my career,” said Burke. “Especially the Big Three – Lou Lamoriello, Pat Quinn and Gary Bettman.”
The Class of 2026 will be formally inducted during Induction Weekend in Toronto, November 7–9.
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