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79. Eddie Shack

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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

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%
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