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Teemu Selanne leaves the NHL
May 17, 2014
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When the Los Angeles Kings eliminated the Anaheim Ducks, it was believed that the NHL career of Teemu Selanne had come to an end. Selanne first entered the NHL with the original Winnipeg Jets in the 1992/93 season, and he took the league by storm by not only winning the Calder Trophy, but leading the NHL in Goals with 76.
“The Finnish Flash” never hit that total again, but he would again top the NHL in Goals twice more, the latter of which, he was awarded the first ever Rocket Richard Trophy which now annually is given the NHL player who leads the league in Goals. Selanne leaves the NHL with 1,457 Career Points, which is 15th overall, and number one amongst all Finnish born players.
In 2007, as a member of the Anaheim Ducks (then named the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim), Teemu Selanne would lead his team to the Stanley Cup, the only time he held ever hold the trophy as an NHL champion. Internationally, Selanne played for his native Finland in the Olympics six times, winning three Bronze and one Silver medal and was also a member of the Silver Medalist team from the 1996 World Cup. He has over 100 points Internationally in 95 Games.
It is unknown at this time whether Selanne will return to play professionally in his native Finalnd and return to the club team, Jokerit, which is where his pro career started over twenty-five years ago. Once he officially retires from the professional ranks, the three year countdown begins for the Hockey Hall of Fame, and Selanne should be considered a first ballot entry.
We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like thank Teemu Selanne for his brilliant career in the National Hockey League. See you in Toronto for your induction!
Country Music HOF adds Miranda Lambert exhibit
May 16, 2014
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Is it going to be a weekly occurrence where we praise the actions of the Country Music Hall of Fame? It sure looks like it as once again, we have become aware of another major exhibit that will take place there, this time honouring the career of Miranda Lambert.
Lambert, who is only 30 years old, has had a meteoric rise to stardom, and arguably has a lot more hits and awards in them, probably could have another exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame in a decade. However, with the expanded size, and new modern attitude, this exhibit is a reflection of her past tour, featuring set lists, outfits and road cases.
What we love most about this exhibit is that they the Hall is thinking outside of the box and celebrating the entire genre of Country Music, and looking at its ongoing history. We here are not all Country Music fans at Notinhalloffame.com, but regardless of what musical style you are into, how can you not appreciate what they are striving for at this time. Other Halls take note: this is how you do it!
Paul O'Neill and Tino Martinez also honoured by the Yankees
May 14, 2014
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We owe you all an apology! When the New York Yankees announced a few days ago that they were retiring the number 6 of Joe Torre, and the inevitable end of single digit uniforms in the Bronx. In addition to the retirement of number 6 and his addition to Monument Park, there are additional plaques of former Yankees that will go on permanent display.
Multiple plaques exist on Monument Park are present that celebrates the careers of Yankees who did not have their number retire. This includes, Miller Huggins, Jacob Ruppert, Joe McCarthy, Lefty Gomez, Allie Reynolds, Mel Allen, Bob Sheppard, Red Ruffing and George Steinbrenner. The new additions to this list are Paul O’Neill and Tino Martinez.
O’Neill arrived to the Yankees via Cincinnati in 2003 and would make four All Star Games there, and had 1,426 Hits with 185 Home Runs in Yankee pinstripes. He was a big part of the World Series Titles in the late 90’s.
Tino Martinez arrived in New York in 1996, and like O’Neill, he factored in to the World Series Titles in 1996, 1997, 1999 & 2000. Martinez was the runner up for the American League MVP in ’96, made two All Star Games, had 192 Home Runs as a Yankee.
Once we complete our look at the top North American franchises in terms of post career accolades is it possible that any team will be ranked higher than the Yankees?
Tennis HOF expands facility
May 13, 2014
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Every year that the Tennis Hall of Fame announces their latest class, we have openly questioned the standards of those they have let into their establishment. Basically, their Hall of Fame has a lot who fit into a Hall of “Pretty Good”. However, the Rhode Island based institution has announced something that we feel is worth praising with their 16 million dollar expansion.
Additional exhibits and the use of upgraded technology is part of the plan, the rest of which involves additional tennis courts, a larger stadium, and additional campus wide amenities.
We are curious to see if this will result in another wave of expansion, increased ticket sales and a higher profile overall.