79. Eddie Shack

He may not be on this list for his career statistics, which, although good (465 career points over 17 years), do not indicate a Hall of Famer. However, Eddie Shack was one of the true characters of the game and, at times, the most popular. Shack could always be counted on to deliver a unique interview and perspective that was different from his contemporaries. Shack was even the subject of a novelty song (Clear the Track, Here Comes Eddie Shack) that went to number one on the Canadian charts. Shack was to many a “novelty” player himself, but anyone who can last as long as he did is certainly no gimmick.

Should Eddie Shack be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 67.9%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 6.4%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 9%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 16.7%

The Bullet Points

Country of Origin: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Since: Sunday, 01 January 1995
Position: Right Wing
Games Played: 1047
Notable Statistics:
239 Goals
226 Assists
465 Points
-111 Plus/Minus
1,431 PIM
N/A Blocked Shots*
N/A Hits*
N/A Takeaways*
N/A Giveaways*
30.7 Point Shares

74 Playoff Games
6 Goals
7 Assists
13 Points
-8 Plus/Minus
157 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: Boston Bruins, Los Angeles Kings, New York Rangers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs
Non-NHL Teams: Guelph Biltmores (OHA)
Major Accolades and Awards: Stanley Cup Rings (4) (1962, 1963, 1964 & 1967 Toronto Maple Leafs)
NHL All-Star (3) (1962, 1963 & 1984)
Notable Top Ten Finishes: 4 Top Ten PIM Finishes
1 Top Ten Even Strength Goals Finish
5 Top Ten Game-Winning Goals Finishes
1 Top Ten Shooting Percentage Finish
Rankings: None