Henrik Lundqvist, Mike Vernon, Tom Barrasso, Pierre Turgeon, Pierre Lacroix, Ken Hitchcock, and Caroline Ouellette are expected to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2023.

The upcoming Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony promises to be a momentous occasion, set to take place on Monday night, marking one of the most significant events on the hockey calendar.

The distinguished 2023 class of inductees comprises Henrik Lundqvist, Caroline Ouellette, Mike Vernon, Tom Barrasso, Pierre Turgeon, Pierre Lacroix, and Ken Hitchcock, forming an exceptionally remarkable group.

Explore the brief biographies of each esteemed member below:

LUNDQVIST, HENRIK

Regarded as possibly the greatest goalie of his generation, Henrik Lundqvist earns his place in the Hall of Fame following a remarkable 15-season tenure with the New York Rangers. Notably, he holds the record for the most victories (459) of any European goalie, accompanied by 64 shutouts and an impressive career save percentage of .918. Although the Stanley Cup eluded him, Lundqvist led the Rangers to the championship game in 2014. Throughout his illustrious career, he amassed a collection of individual awards, securing two all-star team selections—one as a first-team member and the other as a reserve—and clinching the Vezina Trophy in 2011–12.

VERNON, MIKE

Boasting an impressive record of 385-274-92 over his illustrious 19-year NHL career, which spanned across the Calgary Flames, San Jose Sharks, Detroit Red Wings, and Florida Panthers, Mike Vernon secures his place in the Hall of Fame as a two-time Stanley Cup champion. Teaming up with Red Wings goalie Chris Osgood, Vernon clinched the Jennings Trophy in 1996. The subsequent season, after guiding Detroit to a Stanley Cup triumph, he earned the prestigious Conn Smythe Award. Additionally, representing Team Canada, Vernon earned a silver medal at the 1991 World Championship.

BARRASSO, TOM

Tom Barrasso concludes the trio of goaltenders earning this esteemed honor, boasting an impressive record of 369 career victories and 38 shutouts. Accompanying his two Stanley Cup triumphs, Barrasso’s accolades include selections to the first team and two second team all-star lineups, the 1983–84 Vezina, 1983–84 Calder, and 1984–85 Jennings. Barrasso achieved recognition in Hart Trophy voting, securing a position in the top 10 three times, with a peak of sixth place in 1987–88. His contributions were further acknowledged with induction into the US Hockey Hall of Fame during the 2009–2010 season.

DAVID TURGEON

Turgeon ascends to the esteemed ranks of hockey’s hall of fame as the sole forward from the NHL to receive induction this year, impeccably representing his position. A highly proficient winger during his era, Turgeon left an indelible mark by netting 515 goals and providing 812 assists in 1,294 career games spanning 19 seasons, amassing a total of 1,327 points. Despite falling short of hoisting Lord Stanley’s coveted trophy, Turgeon will forever be acknowledged as a commanding player.

Caroline, Charlotte

Among all the inductees, Ouellette is arguably the most accomplished, having won more honors than one could ever hope to. In addition to her four consecutive Olympic gold medals with Team Canada from 2002 to 2014, the pioneer of women’s hockey won six gold and six silver medals from World Championship competitions. She was a fierce competitor in league and international play. Ouellette will go down as one of the greatest hockey players of all time, not just in the women’s division. She won the CWHL Clarkson Cup, the World Championship, and the Olympics, earning her the prestigious Triple Gold Club title.