Blackhawks Celebrate Inaugural Hall of Fame Class

The team honored 12 legendary players and one broadcaster at a special ceremony.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 12:56am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented hockey scene with overlapping planes of navy, green, and silver, conceptually representing the Blackhawks' storied history and the induction of their inaugural Hall of Fame class.The Blackhawks' inaugural Hall of Fame induction ceremony honored the team's legendary players and contributors, celebrating their impact on the franchise and the sport.Chicago Today

The Chicago Blackhawks held their inaugural Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Friday, honoring 12 team legends including Duncan Keith, Steve Larmer, Chris Chelios, and the late Troy Murray, who passed away last month at the age of 63 after a battle with cancer.

Why it matters

The Blackhawks Hall of Fame was established to recognize the greatest players and contributors in the team's storied history, celebrating their impact on the franchise and the sport of hockey.

The details

The first-ever Hall of Fame class includes 12 players - Duncan Keith, Steve Larmer, Chris Chelios, Tony Esposito, Glenn Hall, Marian Hossa, Bobby Hull, Keith Magnuson, Stan Mikita, Pierre Pilote, Denis Savard, and the late Troy Murray. Murray's son, Blake, accepted the honor on his father's behalf. The Blackhawks will induct two alumni each year, one modern era player and one heritage era player, with fans, players, and media voting on nominees.

  • The inaugural Blackhawks Hall of Fame induction ceremony was held on Friday, April 11, 2026.
  • Troy Murray, a former Blackhawks center and radio broadcaster, passed away last month at the age of 63.

The players

Duncan Keith

A defenseman who was part of the Blackhawks teams that won three Stanley Cups from 2010 to 2015.

Troy Murray

A former Blackhawks center and radio broadcaster who passed away last month at the age of 63 after a battle with cancer.

Blake Murray

The son of Troy Murray, who accepted the honor on his father's behalf.

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What they’re saying

“Dad, it's a great honor, one that you've earned in every respect. We love you, we miss you, and we'll carry forward everything you gave to us and to the beautiful game of hockey.”

— Blake Murray, Son of Troy Murray

“He will always be remembered and deeply missed.”

— Duncan Keith, Blackhawks Player

“We were fortunate to share some incredible moments together. Three Stanley Cups, countless playoff battles, and memories that will last forever. These teams had a lot of talent, but what separated them was a standard we played to every night.”

— Marian Hossa, Blackhawks Player

What’s next

The Blackhawks will induct two new members into the Hall of Fame each year, with fans, players, and media voting on the nominees.

The takeaway

The inaugural Blackhawks Hall of Fame class honors the team's greatest players and contributors, cementing their legacy and the franchise's storied history in Chicago sports.