5. John LeClair

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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! - 72.9%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 12.1%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 8.2%
No opinion. - 0.3%
No way! - 6.5%

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.

Should John LeClair be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 72.9%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 12.1%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 8.2%
No opinion. - 0.3%
No way! - 6.5%

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