Niklas Kronwall inducted into IIHF Hall of Fame in Zurich
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 12:21 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Niklas Kronwall was inducted into the IIHF Hall of Fame on May 31 in Zurich. The recognition honors his contributions to both the Red Wings and international hockey, including Olympic gold in 2006 and a Stanley Cup with Detroit in 2008. Kronwall's career spanned 15 seasons, all with the Red Wings, where he played 953 regular-season games, scoring 83 goals and providing 349 assists. His reputation as a formidable defenseman is marked by his iconic open-ice hits and leadership on the ice. He joins a 2026 Hall of Fame class that also includes Thomas Vanek and notable figures like Patrice Bergeron and Cassie Campbell-Pascall.
- •Kronwall played his entire NHL career with the Red Wings.
- •He earned Olympic gold and MVP honors at the 2006 World Championship.
- •Kronwall's contributions include a Stanley Cup win in 2008.
- •He is now recognized in the IIHF Hall of Fame for his international career.
- •Thomas Vanek was also inducted in the same Hall of Fame class.
- 12:21 AMYahoo Sports — Red Wings Great Niklas Kronwall Enters IIHF HOF
"Niklas Kronwall enters the IIHF Hall of Fame, adding to his Red Wings legacy in Detroit and internationally. Read what it means for fans.
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