Eric Lindros was finally elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame as part of its 2016 class, ending a six-year wait to be inducted to Toronto.
The former No. 1 overall pick whose career was cut short due to concussions said he hasn’t stopped smiling since getting the call Monday.
Eric Lindros was with Mike Keenan earlier today. Got the call from the Hockey Hall of Fame on Highway 11. Kept driving while smiling.
— Stephen Whyno (@SWhyno) June 27, 2016
Lindros played 13 seasons in the league, being elected to six straight All-Star games and winning a Hart Trophy all with the Flyers early in his career. Known for his combination of size, physicality and skill, Lindros also played for the Rangers, Leafs and Stars to close his career.
He got off to a rocky start by refusing to play for the Quebec Nordiques — a decision he still stands behind — but eventually proved his worth by winning the Hart Trophy with Philly. However, he never won a Stanley Cup, while the bounty the Flyers sent to the Nordiques franchise in order to get him helped create the Avalanche’s dynasty.
Lindros was one of the top players of his day and deserves the nod. Also part of his class are Sergei Makarov, Pat Quinn and Rogie Vachon.
Meet the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2016. Eric Lindros, Sergei Makarov, Pat Quinn and Rogie Vachon. #HHOF pic.twitter.com/bTy2pfqcQ3
— Hockey Hall of Fame (@HockeyHallFame) June 27, 2016
