NHL Legend List Revealed: A Look Back at Hockey's Golden Era As part of the National Hockey League's (NHL) Centennial celebration in 2017, a monumental list of the 100 Greatest Players in the league's first century was unveiled, honoring the pioneers who shaped the sport. The first 33 players, who dominated the ice from the early days of the NHL in 1917 to the mid-1960s, were announced on January 1st, kicking off a year-long tribute to the game's greatest heroes. Among the inaugural group are iconic names such as Bobby Orr, Gordie Howe, and Jean Beliveau, who left an indelible mark on the sport. The selection process, which was led by a 100-person committee, aimed to recognize the most influential and talented players in NHL history.
As part of NHL's Centennial celebration in 2017, the 100 Greatest Players of the league's first century were unveiled. The first 33, who played predominantly from 1917-1966, were named on January 1st ...
