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Mike Gartner

Mike Gartner
Mike Gartner is not be the most decorated player, as he holds the distinction of being the only player to enter the Hockey Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility without ever playing in a Stanley Cup Final, won a post season award or being named to an All Star team. That statement aside, Mike Gartner’s Hall of Fame induction is based on his longevity and consistency over his near twenty years of pro hockey. He would hit the 40 goal mark nine times and would finish with 708 in total. He was known for his speed on the ice and his accuracy with the puck. Gartner’s misfortune of being on a lot of bad teams (mostly in Washington) allowed him to suit up for Canada often in the World Championship, where he excelled. Often, the Hockey Hall of Fame is criticized for allowing a lot of players who may have been stat accumulators, but Gartner did pile up a lot of them!

The Bullet Points

  • Country of Origin: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • Elected In: Monday, 01 January 2001
  • Position: Right Wing
  • Played For: Minnesota North Stars, New York Rangers, Phoenix Coyotes, Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals
  • Major Accolades and Awards: All Star Games (7) (1981, 1985, 1986, 1988, 1990, 1993 & 1996)
    Stanley Cup Rings (None)

Should Mike Gartner be in the Hall of Fame?

I totally agree with this induction. - 85.7%
I am fine with this induction. - 14.3%
I do not agree with this induction, but it does not bother me. - 0%
No opinion. - 0%
Kick him out! - 0%
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