Glenn Henry Hall

Glenn Henry Hall, the legendary Canadian goaltender known affectionately as "Mr. Goalie," passed away on January 7, 2026, at the age of 94 in Stony Plain, Alberta. A Hockey Hall of Fame inductee, Hall left an indelible mark on the sport through his unparalleled durability and pioneering style of play. He is best remembered for his remarkable ironman streak of 502 consecutive regular-season games played, a record that stands as a testament to his incredible resilience and dedication.

Hall's illustrious 18-season National Hockey League career spanned across the Detroit Red Wings, Chicago Black Hawks, and St. Louis Blues. His ironman streak, achieved largely without the protection of a goalie mask, showcased a level of toughness and consistency that is almost unfathomable in modern hockey. He was a pivotal figure in the Chicago Black Hawks' 1961 Stanley Cup victory, ending a dominant era for the Montreal Canadiens.

Throughout his career, Hall accumulated numerous accolades, including the Calder Memorial Trophy as the league's best rookie in 1956. He was a three-time Vezina Trophy winner, recognized as the league's top goaltender, and earned a record seven selections to the NHL First All-Star Team. In 1968, he was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as the playoff's most valuable player while with the St. Louis Blues, a rare achievement for a player on a losing Stanley Cup finalist team.

Beyond his statistical achievements, Hall is widely credited as a pioneer of the butterfly style of goaltending, a technique that revolutionized the position and is now a fundamental aspect of modern goaltending. His profound impact on the game was recognized with his induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1975, and he was later named one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in history in 2017. After retiring from professional play, Hall remained a cherished member of the Stony Plain community, where his legacy is honored by the Glenn Hall Centennial Arena.