
The 2026 Class of the Hockey Hall of Very Good: Honouring Near‑Miss Legends
The newest inductees span continents and eras, from NHL scoring icons to defensive stalwarts, each leaving a distinct imprint on the sport.
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The newest inductees span continents and eras, from NHL scoring icons to defensive stalwarts, each leaving a distinct imprint on the sport.

Ken Morrow’s 1980 Olympic gold and Stanley Cup victory set a precedent that Jaccob Slavin matched in 2026, highlighting a rare lineage of American hockey excellence.

Ken Morrow remains the sole player to have captured both an Olympic gold medal and the Stanley Cup in the same year. With the U.S. Olympic team now a contender, teammates Jaccob Slavin, Jack Eichel and Noah Hanifin stand on the brink of replicating his milestone.

The recent Olympic triumph has placed Jaccob Slavin, Jack Eichel, Noah Hanifin and others on the brink of a feat last achieved by Ken Morrow over four decades ago.

From Ken Morrow’s 1980 breakthrough to Jaccob Slavin’s pursuit, the intersection of Olympic triumph and NHL supremacy continues to captivate hockey fans.

A look at the only few athletes who have captured both an Olympic gold medal and the Stanley Cup in the same year, and the modern players eyeing that rare double.

Ken Morrow remains the only player to win Olympic gold and the Stanley Cup in the same year, and his achievement is inspiring a new generation of American talent.

Following the Olympic gold‑medal game, NHL players return to their clubs with renewed purpose, navigating lingering rivalries and mutual respect while eyeing the Stanley Cup.

Brock Faber’s point‑per‑game pace, defensive metrics and contract extension have turned him into a cornerstone for Minnesota, especially as he and Quinn Hughes forge a partnership reminiscent of Chicago’s legendary defensive duos.