Strolling the bright halls of the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto offers a real education into the lives of some impressive athletes and coaches.
Gordie Howe, known as “Mr. Hockey,” the sport’s best player starting in the 1960s, and Wayne Gretzky, nicknamed “The Great One” after rewriting the National Hockey League record books in the ‘90s, are prominently featured throughout much of the 60,000-square-foot building.
As millions across the world enjoy the Stanley Cup Playoffs that will ultimately crown an NHL champion this month, the Hockey Hall of Fame takes on an even bigger meaning for visitors. Jerseys and pucks from NHL yesteryear aren’t the only things on display. The place is a temple to not just the North American game but the international one as well, including the Winter Olympics. Many of the 417 men and women inducted into the hall took part in the Olympics.
