5. John LeClair

Some have said that John LeClair got off to a slow start in the NHL. There is certainly a level of truth to that, as his stint with the Habs showed his defensive skill, but not any fundamental offensive proficiency. Upon becoming a Philadelphia Flyer, LeClair began to utilize his size and mobility effectively. He was placed on a line with Eric Lindros and Michael Renberg, and the line dubbed the “Legion of Doom” became a highlight reel staple with their goals and bruising nature. LeClair became the first American to net 50 goals three seasons in a row. The question for the Hall is whether John LeClair’s tenure on Broad Street was enough to secure a spot.

Should John LeClair be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 61.2%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 10%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 6.8%

No opinion. - 0.2%

No way! - 20.6%

The Bullet Points

Country of Origin: St. Albans, Vermont, U.S.A.
Eligible Since: Thursday, 01 January 2009
Position: Left Wing
Games Played: 967
Notable Statistics:
406 Goals
413 Assists
819 Points
+204 Plus/Minus
501 PIM
N/A Blocked Shots*
N/A Hits*
N/A Takeaways*
N/A Giveaways*
98.7 Point Shares

116 Playoff Games
35 Goals
39 Assists
74 Points
+17 Plus/Minus
68 PIM
N/A Blocked Shots*
N/A Hits*
N/A Takeaways*
N/A Giveaways*

*These stats were first implemented in the 2007/08 Season.
Played For: Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins
Non-NHL Teams: Team U.S.A. (World Cup of Hockey, Olympics, 1998 & 2002, World Junior Hockey Championships 1988 &1989)
Vermont (NCAA)
Major Accolades and Awards: Stanley Cup Ring (1) (Montreal Canadiens, 1993)
First Team All-Star (2) (1995 & 1998)
Second Team All-Star (3) (1996, 1997 & 1999)
NHL All-Star (5) (1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 & 2000)
Highest Plus/Minus (2) (1997 & 1999)
Olympic Silver Medal (1) (U.S.A., 2002)
Notable Top Ten Finishes: Top Ten Hart Trophy Finishes:
6th in 1997 & 7th in 1998
Top Ten Lady Byng Trophy Finishes:
7th in 1999
6 Top Ten Goals Finishes
4 Top Ten Points Finishes
4 Top Ten Plus/Minus Finishes
6 Top Ten Even Strength Goal Finishes
4 Top Ten Power Play Goal Finishes
5 Top Ten Game-Winning Goal Finishes
2 Top Ten Shots Finishes
6 Top Ten Offensive Point Shares Finishes
3 Top Ten Point Shares Finishes
Rankings: 67. Plus/Minus: 204
86. Game-Winning Goals: 65
87. Goals per Game: 0.42
92. Even Strength Goals: 287

Rankings as of the end of the 2024-25 Season.