72. Brent Sutter

Typically, if you are considered the best hockey player in your family, it isn’t much of an accolade. This was not the case for Brent Sutter, who may have been the most talented of what could be the most storied set of siblings in professional hockey. The Sutters were known for their work ethic, and Brent was no exception. Brent Sutter was known for doing all the small intangibles that made a team successful, and yet he still achieved over 800 points in his career. He likely won’t get in, but should he slip in, it might be a celebration of the Sutter family as a whole.

Should Brent Sutter be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 62.9%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 12.9%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 11.3%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 12.9%

The Bullet Points

Country of Origin: Viking, Alberta, Canada
Eligible Since: Monday, 01 January 2001
Position: Center
Games Played: 1111
Notable Statistics:
363 Goals
466 Assists
829 Points
+166 Plus/Minus
1,054 PIM
N/A Blocked Shots*
N/A Hits*
N/A Takeaways*
N/A Giveaways*
64.7 Point Shares

144 Playoff Games
30 Goals
44 Assists
74 Points
+7 Plus/Minus**
164 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: Chicago Blackhawks, New York Islanders
Non-NHL Teams: Team Canada (Canada Cup 1984, 1987 & 1991, World Hockey Championship 1985)
Lethbridge Broncos (WHL)
Major Accolades and Awards: Stanley Cup Ring (2) (New York Islanders 1982 & 1983)
NHL All-Star (2) (1985)
Canada Cup Gold Medal (3) (Canada 1984, 1987 & 1991)
World Hockey Championship Silver Medal (1) (Canada 1985)
Notable Top Ten Finishes: Top Ten Frank J. Selke Trophy Finishes:
8th in 1985, 10th in 1988, 4th in 1992 & 5th in 1993
1 Top Ten Points Finish
1 Top Ten Power Play Goals Finish
1 Top Ten Short-Handed Goals Finish
Rankings: None