HOCKEY HALL of FAME NEWS and EVENTS JOURNAL INDUCTION SPOTLIGHT TSN/RDS BROADCAST ZONE RECENT ACQUISITIONS

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1 HOCKEY HALL of FAME NEWS and EVENTS JOURNAL INDUCTION SPOTLIGHT TSN/RDS BROADCAST ZONE RECENT ACQUISITIONS SPRING 2015

2 Graig Abel/HHOF Finn O Hara/HHOF Letter from the Vice-Chair Dear Teammates: Not long after another successful Induction Celebration last November, the closely knit hockey community mourned the loss of two of the game s most accomplished and respected individuals in Pat Quinn and Jean Beliveau. I have been privileged to get to know and work with these distinguished gentlemen throughout my life in hockey and like many others I was particularly heartened by the outstanding tributes that spoke volumes to their impact on our great sport. Although Chair of the Board for little more than a year, Pat left his mark on the Hockey Hall of Fame, overseeing the recruitment of new members to the Selection Committee, initiating the first comprehensive selection process review which led to several by-law amendments, and establishing new and renewed partnerships. At its recent meeting to appoint a successor to the Chair, the Board of Directors expressed their appreciation for the many contributions that Pat Quinn made to the Hall including fifteen years as a member of the Selection Committee. Coinciding with this edition of Teammates, I am very pleased to announce, on behalf of the Board of Directors, the appointment of Lanny McDonald as Chair of the Board effective July 1, The appointment is further acknowledgement of Lanny s leadership abilities and his success both on and off the ice which in the confidence of the Board will have a highly positive influence on the Hall s operations. I would like to extend our thanks and best regards to all of our stakeholders/ Teammates. We look forward to some exciting hockey during this year s playoffs and championships at all levels. Sincerely, Jim Gregory Vice-Chair (Interim Chair) Cover image The Class of From left to right: Dominik Hasek, Peter Forsberg, Bill McCreary, Rob Blake and Mike Modano during their official Inductee photo shoot. CORPORATE MATTERS INDUCTION 2015 The annual elections meeting of the Selection Committee will be held in Toronto on June 28 & 29, 2015 (with the announcement of the 2015 inductees on June 29th). The Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Celebration will be held on Monday, November 9, ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Scotty Bowman, David Branch, Brian Burke, Marc de Foy, Mike Gartner and Anders Hedberg were re-appointed each to a further term on the Selection Committee for the 2015, 2016 and 2017 selection proceedings. The general voting Members ratified new By-law Nos. 25 and 26 which, among other amendments, provide for improved voting procedures applicable to all categories of Honoured Membership (visit HHOF.com for full transcripts). BOARD OF DIRECTORS Lanny McDonald, Chair (1) Jim Gregory, Vice-Chair Murray Costello Bill Daly Ron DeGregorio René Fasel Donald Fehr Rob Ford Mark Grimes Doug Holyday (2) Stephen Holyday Stewart Johnston Pat LaFontaine Geoff Molson Ian Morrison Cam Neely Bob Nicholson Glen Sather Larry Tanenbaum SELECTION COMMITTEE John Davidson, Chair Dublin, OH Jim Gregory, Chair Emeritus Toronto, ON Scott Bowman East Amherst, NY David Branch Toronto, ON Brian Burke Calgary, AB Colin Campbell Toronto, ON Bob Clarke Ocean City, NJ Marc de Foy Longueuil, PQ Eric Duhatschek Calgary, AB Mike Emrick Port Huron, MI Michael Farber Verdun, PQ Mike Gartner Richmond Hill, ON Anders Hedberg Lidingo, SWE Igor Larionov Bloomfield Hills, MI Lanny McDonald (2) Calgary, AB David Poile Nashville, TN Luc Robitaille Santa Monica, CA Peter Stastny St. Louis, MO Bill Torrey West Palm Beach, FL (1) Commencing July 1, 2015 (2) Ending June 30, 2015 Nominated by: Corporate Governance Committee Corporate Governance Committee USA Hockey, Inc. International Ice Hockey Federation Players Association City of Toronto City of Toronto Corporate Governance Committee City of Toronto Corporate Governance Committee Corporate Governance Committee Hockey Canada 2 TEAMMATES SPRING 2015

3 Media Release HOCKEY HALL OF FAME ANNOUNCES NEW CHAIR OF THE BOARD Honoured Member Lanny McDonald to assume Chair position on July 1, 2015 TORONTO (March 25, 2015) Jim Gregory, Vice-Chair of the Hockey Hall of Fame, announced today that one of hockey s most renowned team leaders, Lanny McDonald, will become the next Chair of the Board effective July 1, This appointment to fill the vacancy left by the untimely passing of Pat Quinn on November 23, 2014, was confirmed at the Board of Directors meeting held this morning in Toronto with the effective date to occur following McDonald s final meeting as a member of the Selection Committee in June. Drafted fourth overall in 1973, McDonald enjoyed sixteen prolific seasons with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Colorado Rockies and Calgary Flames, retiring as a champion on the heels of the Flames Stanley Cup victory in While Lanny is highly recognized as an exceptional hockey player, he is also a dedicated family man, community benefactor, philanthropist and successful businessman whose leadership qualities will be a valuable asset to the Hall and its continued growth and development. Special Olympics beginning in his NHL rookie season. As a perennial supporter since his induction in 1992 and a member of the Selection Committee for the past nine years, Lanny is familiar with the affairs of the Hockey Hall of Fame just as the hockey world remembers his achievements during his outstanding playing career, said Gregory. While Lanny is highly recognized as an exceptional hockey player, he is also a dedicated family man, community benefactor, philanthropist and successful businessman whose leadership qualities will be a valuable I am thrilled and honoured for this opportunity to contribute at the Board level in support of the best sports hall of fame and museum in the world. LANNY McDonald. asset to the Hall and its continued growth and development. I am thrilled and honoured for this opportunity to contribute at the Board level in support of the best sports hall of fame and museum in the world, said McDonald. The Hockey Hall of Fame is a very special place to me, as it is to hockey fans of all ages, and having served on the Selection Committee under the stewardship of Jim Gregory, Bill Hay, Pat Quinn and John Davidson, I appreciate the tremendous effort that goes into this institution celebrated for honouring excellence in the game of hockey He remained with the Flames in a management capacity for several years and he also became involved with Hockey Canada contributing to Team Canada s 2001 World Championship entry and the 2002 gold medal-winning Olympic squad. Together with family business ventures in craft brewing and real estate development, McDonald has proudly supported many charities, in particular, through his long-time association with SPRING 2015 TEAMMATES 3

4 SPOTLIGHT 2014 induction Peter Forsberg delivers his Induction speech within the stately setting of Allen Lambert Galleria located above the Hockey Hall of Fame. Graig Abel/HHOF Dave Sandford /HHOF Dave Sandford /HHOF Hockey Hall of Fame Board of Director Vice-Chair Jim Gregory drops the ceremonial puck between captains Joe Sakic (left) and Mats Sundin at the sold out Haggar Hockey Hall of Fame Legends Classic. Flanking the three are Bill McCreary, Mike Modano and Jason Burns (representing his father) to their left and Peter Forsberg, Dominik Hasek and Rob Blake to their right. 4 TEAMMATES SPRING 2015

5 With a row of Honoured Members peering from the background, Dominik Hasek signs the Official Honoured Members Registrar at Monday s Gala. Graig Abel/HHOF 2015 Inductee Bill McCreary returns to the ice to officiate the Haggar Hockey Hall of Fame Legends Classic. Dave Sandford/HHOF Dave Sandford /HHOF Rob Blake (left) is presented his Honoured Member plaque from former teammate and Honoured Member Ray Bourque. Doug Johnson/HHOF A video tribute of the late Pat Burns brought the Air Canada Centre crowd to its feet at the Haggar Hockey Hall of Fame Legends Classic. Mike Modano (centre) dons his new Honoured Member Blazer during the Pre-Induction Ceremony at the Haggar Hockey Hall of Fame Legends Classic on the Sunday of Induction Weekend. Presenting the blazer are long-time Selection Committee member Murray Costello (left) and Selection Committee Chair Emeritus Jim Gregory. Graig Abel/HHOF SPRING 2015 TEAMMATES 5

6 TSN/RDS Broadcast Zone The Hockey Hall of Fame has recently unveiled a series of new interactive experiences within the TSN/RDS Broadcast Zone, an area dedicated to providing an immersive, entertaining and educational first-hand look at television hockey broadcasting. Using state-of-the-art technology, guests can explore and experience the TV broadcast world from a variety of angles, both on and off the camera. TSN/RDS Broadcast Pods In the updated TSN/RDS Broadcast Pods, overlooking the NHLPA Game Time model rink attraction, TSN guides James Duthie and Alain Crete help guests choose from a menu of classic hockey games and then put them behind the microphone to try their hand at calling the action. A wide selection of clips are available, from memorable NHL moments to classic international women s hockey. The Cisco GameCAM Video System records every broadcast so guests can immediately download and share their experience with family and friends via social media. 6 TEAMMATES SPRING 2015

7 TSN Top 10 Challenge At the new TSN Top 10 Challenge, guests are invited to watch and rank an assortment of 10 highlight segments, based on various pre-produced TSN Top 10 themed features, which run simultaneously on a tower grid of high-definition video wall displays. The users results are then matched to the actual ratings determined by the hockey gurus at TSN. TSN SPORTSCENTRE STUDIO The most recent exhibit launch took place this past March Break with the unveiling of the new TSN SportsCentre Studio. This scaled replica of TSN s SportsCentre studio set offers guests an opportunity to audition and test their sports anchor skills in front of a camera/teleprompter. As is the case with the TSN/RDS Broadcast Pods, all performances are recorded via the Cisco GameCAM Video System which allows participants to download and later share their clip online. SPRING 2015 TEAMMATES 7

8 Partnership Briefs Canada Post Corporation, a Canadian Crown corporation that functions as the country s primary postal service operator and produces, markets and distributes philatelic products, has developed its second in a series of five hockey-themed NHL Collector Albums as part of rights granted via the Product Research, Archival Services and Licensing Agreement with the Hockey Hall of Fame through September, This version highlights some the greatest Canadian defencemen of the Original Six era, featuring Honoured Members Doug Harvey, Tim Horton, Harry Howell, Red Kelly, Bobby Orr and Pierre Pilote. Delta Toronto, downtown Toronto s newest four-star hotel conveniently located within two blocks of Air Canada Centre and accessible from the Hockey Hall of Fame via the PATH indoor pedestrian walkway, has entered into a new Sponsorship and Promotional Licensing Agreement with the Hockey Hall of Fame. The 567-room, 46-storey hotel is designated the Official Hotel of the Hockey Hall of Fame and will be used exclusively to host the Hall of Fame s successful travel packages and guest accommodations during the annual Induction Weekend/Celebrations. Hockey Canada, the national governing body of ice hockey in Canada, including amateur, university and high performance World and Olympic levels, assisted the Hockey Hall of Fame in developing the Hockey Canada Centennial Exhibit located within the Hall of Fame s Tissot World of Hockey Zone. This limited-time exhibit highlights Hockey Canada s top moments, including the 2002, 2010 and 2014 Olympic double gold-medal victories, and features iconic artifacts from the past 100 years. International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), the governing body of international ice hockey and its 73-member country federations, has extended its Cooperation Agreement with the Hockey Hall of Fame through December 31, Over the course of the renewed agreement, the Hall of Fame will continue to provide services in connection with IIHF event photography assignments and related archiving, licensing and distribution, and the IIHF will provide a further capital contribution to support the revitalization of the Tissot World of Hockey Zone for completion in November TEAMMATES SPRING 2015

9 Library and Archives Canada, a federal Canadian institution tasked with acquiring, preserving and making Canada s documentary heritage accessible, helped fund the Hockey Hall of Fame s new limited-time exhibit titled Hockey Marching As To War, which opened to the public in November 2014 to commemorate the centennial of the start of the First World War. The exhibit pays tribute to those men and women involved in hockey who also served their country. A special education program has also been developed to accompany school visits to the Hockey Hall of Fame. Royal Canadian Mint, a Canadian Crown corporation that produces all of Canada s circulation coins as well as a wide range of collectible numismatic products, has entered into a Retail Product Licensing Agreement with the Hockey Hall of Fame in association with the production, marketing and distribution of an Original Six Goalies coin series scheduled for release in The collection will depict a goaltender from each of the six teams and who has earned induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, a Toronto-based college that offers over 180 full-time and part-time programs including 14 Bachelor s degrees and 30 graduate certificates, has extended its agreement with the Hockey Hall of Fame for an additional five years in collaboration with the development and delivery of the online course titled The Hockey Hall of Fame Presents. The popular course covers the current state, evolution and history of hockey, including the cultural, social and economic impact of the game in Canada. The Upper Deck Company, the leading sports and entertainment trading card/ collectibles company and Hall of Fame contributing sponsor since 2001, celebrated its 25th anniversary through a series of premium products of which some were themed around the Hockey Hall of Fame. This included a limited run of HHOF-branded Young Guns faux rookie cards of 2014 Inductee Dominik Hasek which were distributed exclusively at the Hall of Fame during Induction Weekend and a collection of insert cards within the NHL Upper Deck Series One highlighting A Day with the Cup based on the Hall of Fame s role as Keeper of the Cup. SPRING 2015 TEAMMATES 9

10 Recent ACQUISITIONS World-Class Legends The 2014 Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Class will go down as having one of the best international representations in history. Canada, Czech Republic, Sweden and the United States were all represented as Rob Blake, Pat Burns (Builder), Bill McCreary (Referee), Dominik Hasek, Peter Forsberg and Mike Modano took their place among the greats of the game. As Hall of Fame representatives did their pre-induction tour to each new Legend s hometown, an unsurpassed international collection began to emerge, along with a plethora of artifacts from minor hockey and professional careers. Some of the more unique items from each player include: Rob Blake 1994 Team Canada World Championship stick (1st gold in 33 years), shoulder pads (worn during entire pro career), minor hockey helmet Pat Burns Montreal Canadiens 1st win plaque, all three miniature Jack Adams Awards (three different teams), 2008 Team Canada World Championship blazer Bill McCreary 1973 St. Catharines Black Hawks jacket, 1974 Windsor Spitfires jacket, 2010 Olympic Gold Medal Game helmet Dominik Hasek 1998 Team Czech Republic Olympic jersey (Gold Medal Game), 1999 Buffalo Sabres Stanley Cup jersey (Game 6 controversial OT goal), personal equipment repair kit Peter Forsberg 1994 Team Sweden Olympic jersey (famed one-handed shootout-winning goal), 1996 Colorado Avalanche Stanley Cup jersey Mike Modano 1989 Team USA World Junior Championship Player-ofthe-Game Award, 1st NHL goal puck, 500th career NHL goal puck Dave Sandford/HHOF Turn of the Century During a lengthy career that saw him work for the famed Hockey Night in Canada broadcast, as well as write countless hockey books, Brian McFarlane collected a large number of items related to the history of the game. Most of the items included memorabilia and photography, but there were also a few key pieces that would catch people s attention. In semi-retirement, McFarlane created and ran the Brian McFarlane Hockey Museum. Originally located in Colborne, Ontario and later moved to Niagara Falls, Ontario, he sold much of the collection to the Municipality of Clarington in One of the oldest pieces in his collection, given to him by the Woltho Family from Cornwall, Ontario to display in his Museum, was a 1902 Stanley Cup goalie stick used by William Billy Nicholson of the Montreal AAA Hockey Club. Montreal challenged the Cup-holding Winnipeg Victorias that March, and Nicholson allowed just two goals in three games, as they upset the champs to win the Stanley Cup. Needing a permanent and safe place for an important piece of hockey history, McFarlane donated the stick in 2014, and it now joins some late Winnipeg Victorias sticks as the oldest Stanley Cup artifacts in our collection. George Hay HHOF 10 TEAMMATES SPRING 2015

11 Craig Campbell/HHOF Courtesy of Bernstein Dynasty in the Making? For the second time in three seasons, the Los Angeles Kings captured hockey s ultimate prize, hoisting the Stanley Cup in June 2014 after defeating the New York Rangers. Also for the second time, the Kings management, led by President of Business Operations and HHOF Honoured Member Luc Robitaille, continued the tradition of presenting the Hall of Fame with a championship ring for the collection. On-hand to present Curator Phil Pritchard with the ring were VP & HHOF Honoured Member Rob Blake, Head Coach Darryl Sutter, Captain Dustin Brown and Alternate Captain Anze Kopitar. The Tiffany & Co. ring measures 32mm across the face and features the LA Kings shield comprised of 136 round diamonds amongst pave set black spinels. The top and bottom bezels surrounding the shield read STANLEY CUP CHAMPIONS. The player s name and number are on one shank while an image of the Cup with the team s record is on the other. The 2014 series scores are included inside the ring. Honoured Member Artifacts Received Harold Ballard Illustration Angela James Equipment Percy LeSueur Glass negative Frank Mahovlich - Stick Minor Pro Uniqueness The ECHL and the Hockey Hall of Fame have always had a great partnership that has grown over the years, with the Hall of Fame bringing its Outreach Program most recently to All-Star Games in Colorado and Florida, an Outdoor Game in Ohio and a Heritage Weekend in Alaska. The Hall of Fame prides itself on preserving all aspects of the game, including the minor pro game and its unique marketing. This year, a number of objects from the ECHL found their way to Toronto. In October, the Utah Grizzlies wore a head-totoe Skeleton uniform as part of a special Halloween game. The pictures quickly made the rounds on social media and Patrick Wellar s jersey, pant shell and socks were donated by Grizzlies season ticket holders Dave and Deb Hersom, who purchased them at a charitable auction. Next up was the Batman vs. Riddler game hosted by the Toledo Walleye. Toledo, the home team good guys (Batman), took on the visiting Evansville Icemen (Riddler) wearing some of the most unique jerseys ever worn. One from each team was donated and, of course, Batman won again; 6-5. Next up was a record-setting performance by longtime ECHLer Sam Ftorek of the Kalamazoo Wings. On December 13, 2014, Ftorek played in his 790th career game to set the all-time record. After a brief delay at the border, his jersey, stick, helmet and gloves all found their way to the home of hockey history. Finally, a second stop in Toledo over Christmas saw the first-ever ECHL Outdoor Game take place versus the Kalamazoo Wings as part of Toledo Winterfest with the first-ever goal puck given to HHOF curators on the spot. Already a newsworthy year for the ECHL and the regular season isn t even complete! Scott W. Grau/Toledo Walleye SPRING 2015 TEAMMATES 11

12 Frank Prazak/HHOF Graig Abel/HHOF In Memoriam Jean Béliveau Player Category August 31, 1931 December 2, 2014 Jean Béliveau was revered as the quintessential class hockey player. He was a natural leader, both on and off the ice, that did everything with grace and pride. Nicknamed le Gros Bill after a popular French song of the day, Jean played on an incredible 10 Stanley Cupwinning teams as a member of the Montreal Canadiens, his sole NHL team. He was an NHL All-Star 10 times and retired as the Canadiens all-time leading scorer as well as the league s all-time playoff scorer. Over his illustrious career, from 1950 and 1971, Béliveau played 1,125 regular season games, recording 507 goals, 712 assists and 1,219 points. He was twice awarded the Hart Memorial Trophy, in 1956 and 1964, as the league s MVP, won the Art Ross Memorial Trophy in 1956 for leading the NHL in scoring, and was the inaugural recipient of the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP in Béliveau served as captain of the Canadiens for 10 seasons and remained with the club in an ambassadorial role until his passing. Jean Béliveau was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in the Player Category in Pat Quinn Chair of the Hockey Hall of Fame Board of Directors January 29, 1943 November 23, 2014 Pat Quinn excelled at all facets of the game. His playing career as a defenceman included a Memorial Cup championship and nine NHL seasons split between the Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks and Atlanta Flames, for whom he served as captain. From behind the bench, Quinn coached 20 years in the NHL, reaching the playoffs 15 times and the Stanley Cup Final twice (Philadelphia Flyers in 1980 and Vancouver Canucks in 1994), and was twice awarded the Jack Adams Trophy as the league s coach-of-the-year. Quinn s international exploits were equally impressive as he guided Canada to gold medals at the 2002 Winter Olympics, the nation s first Olympic gold medal in 50 years, the 2008 World U18 Championship and 2009 World Junior Championship, as well as a World Cup of Hockey title in Pat Quinn served as a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame Selection Committee from 1998 to 2013 and was appointed Chair of the Hockey Hall of Fame s Board of Directors on August 1, Fondly remembered as a big man with an even bigger heart. HOCKEY HALL of FAME ADMINISTRATION CHAIR OF THE BOARD AND SENIOR MANAGEMENT Jim Gregory Vice-Chair (Interim Chair) Jeff Denomme President and CEO Craig Baines Vice-President, Development and Building Operations Peter Jagla Vice-President, Marketing and Attraction Services Phil Pritchard Vice-President, Resource Centre and Curator Ron Ellis Program Director, HHOF Development Association Kelly Masse Director, Corporate & Media Relations Accounting, IT AND Office Services Anthony Fusco Manager, Information Systems Sandra Walters Treasurer, Controller and Office Manager Chris Chu Technical Specialist, Desktops, Servers and Networks Sylvia Lau General Accountant Anna Presta Accounting and Office Administrator Dean Spence Museum Support Specialist Sarah Talbot Executive Assistant, Corporate and Media Relations Development and Building Operations Tome Geneski Manager, Building Services and Maintenance Mike Briggs Audio-Visual Specialist Scott Veber Creative Director and Curatorial Associate Marketing and Attraction Services Craig Beckim Manager, Merchandising and Retail Operations Jackie Schwartz Manager, Marketing and Promotions Aaron Stocco Manager, Special Events and Hospitality Tyler Wolosewich Manager, Guest Services and Public Relations Wendy Cramer Co-ordinator, Group Bookings Eric Dahlgren Interim, Co-ordinator, Group Bookings Joshua Dawson Co-ordinator, Digital Media Courtney Evans Co-ordinator, Group Sales and Promotions Natalie McEwen Co-ordinator, Special Events and Hospitality Patrick Minogue Associate Manager, Retail Services Dwayne Schrader Associate Manager, Guest Services Resource Centre Darren Boyko Craig Campbell Izak Westgate Miragh Bitove Samantha Chianta Katherine Pearce Steve Poirier Manager, Special Projects and International Business Manager, Resource Centre and Archives Manager, Outreach Exhibits and Assistant Curator Archivist and Collections Registrar Resource Centre Administrator Interim, Archivist and Collections Registrar Co-ordinator, HHOF Images and Archival Services HOCKEY HALL of FAME CORPORATE PARTNERS FOUNDING/PREMIER SPONSORS Cisco Systems Canada Co. Imperial Oil Limited International Ice Hockey Federation Players Association PepsiCo Canada Scotiabank Sun Media (Toronto) Corp./Toronto Sun Tim Hortons TSN/RDS CONTRIBUTING SPONSORS Delta Toronto Electronic Arts Inc. Haggar Canada Co. Honda Canada Inc. The Upper Deck Company VIA Rail Canada Inc. PROMOTIONAL ASSOCIATES Bridgestone Canada Inc. Canada Post Corporation Tissot Wheels MSM Canada Inc. York Heating and Air Conditioning Published by Hockey Hall of Fame and Museum Designed by PIX Printed by Red Berry Press Hockey Hall of Fame Brookfield Place, 30 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5E 1X8 (416) I 12 TEAMMATES SPRING 2015