Mark Recchi

Mark Recchi enjoyed a 22-season NHL career, becoming one of the highest-scoring wingers in league history and winning three Stanley Cups with three different teams.

Mark Recchi was born in Kamloops, British Columbia in 1968. Pittsburgh Penguins selected him 67th overall in the 1988 NHL Draft. His 22-season career produced 577 goals and 956 assists for 1,533 career points — placing him among the top-12 scorers in NHL history. He won three Stanley Cup championships with three different franchises (1991 Pittsburgh, 2004 Tampa Bay, 2011 Boston) — one of only nine players in NHL history to win with three teams. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2017 and named one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players. Despite being only 5ft 10in he was one of the most competitive players of his era — using hockey sense, positioning and an excellent shot to overcome any physical disadvantage. He played 22 seasons of productive professional hockey. His final championship at age 43 with the 2011 Boston Bruins made him the oldest player to win the Stanley Cup since the Original Six era.

Recchi was known for his exceptional hockey intelligence, precise passing ability, and knack for finding open ice in scoring positions. He possessed a quick, accurate shot and excelled on the power play throughout his career. His veteran leadership and clutch performance in crucial moments made him a valuable asset to championship teams.

Recchi's longevity and consistent production across more than two decades established him as one of the most durable and reliable players in NHL history.

• Hockey Hall of Fame (2017)
• 3x Stanley Cup champion (1991, 2006, 2011)
• 7x NHL All-Star