Hockey Players With Most Stanley Cups
Hockey is one of the most intense and thrilling sports in the world. The Stanley Cup is the oldest trophy in professional sports and is awarded to the National Hockey League (NHL) champion each year. The cup has a rich history, and many legends have lifted it over the years. Here is a list of some of the hockey players with the most Stanley Cups.
1. Henri Richard - 11 Stanley Cups
Henri Richard is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the Montreal Canadiens for 20 seasons from 1955 to 1975. He won an incredible 11 Stanley Cups during his career, making him the player with the most championship rings in NHL history.
2. Jean Béliveau - 10 Stanley Cups
Jean Béliveau played for the Montreal Canadiens from 1950 to 1971, winning 10 Stanley Cups in the process. Béliveau is widely considered one of the greatest centers to ever play the game and was known for his skill and leadership on and off the ice.
3. Yvan Cournoyer - 10 Stanley Cups
Yvan Cournoyer is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the Montreal Canadiens from 1963 to 1979. He won 10 Stanley Cups during his career and was known for his speed and scoring ability.
4. Red Kelly - 8 Stanley Cups
Red Kelly is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs from 1947 to 1967. He won eight Stanley Cups during his career and was known for his versatility, playing both as a defenseman and forward.
5. Jean Ratelle - 7 Stanley Cups
Jean Ratelle is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the New York Rangers and Boston Bruins from 1960 to 1981. He won seven Stanley Cups during his career and was known for his skill as a center.
6. Jacques Lemaire - 8 Stanley Cups
Jacques Lemaire is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the Montreal Canadiens from 1967 to 1979. He won eight Stanley Cups during his career and was known for his offensive ability as a center.
7. Bryan Trottier - 6 Stanley Cups
Bryan Trottier is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the New York Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins from 1975 to 1994. He won six Stanley Cups during his career and was known for his leadership and scoring ability.
8. Glenn Anderson - 6 Stanley Cups
Glenn Anderson is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the Edmonton Oilers and New York Rangers from 1980 to 1996. He won six Stanley Cups during his career and was known for his speed and scoring ability.
9. Mark Messier - 6 Stanley Cups
Mark Messier is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the Edmonton Oilers, New York Rangers, and Vancouver Canucks from 1978 to 2004. He won six Stanley Cups during his career and was known for his leadership and physicality on the ice.
10. Larry Robinson - 6 Stanley Cups
Larry Robinson is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the Montreal Canadiens and Los Angeles Kings from 1972 to 1992. He won six Stanley Cups during his career and was known for his size and defensive ability.
These players are just a few of the legends who have left their mark on the NHL and the Stanley Cup. The cup continues to be the ultimate prize in professional hockey, and every player dreams of lifting it above their head.
