Rankings & Lists
50 Greatest NHL Players of All Time
The 50 greatest ice hockey players of all time — drawn from every era of the NHL, from the Original Six era to the high-scoring 1980s, the defensive 1990s and the skill-focused modern game.
The 50 greatest ice hockey players of all time — drawn from every era of the NHL, from the Original Six era to the high-scoring 1980s, the defensive 1990s and the skill-focused modern game.
Methodology: Stanley Cup wins, Hart Trophy awards, Art Ross Trophy scoring titles and career points-per-game are the primary metrics. Playoff performance and the ability to elevate teammates weigh heavily. Players are adjusted for the scoring era in which they competed.