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Pekka Rinne inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame as Predators' second player

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 7:19 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Pekka Rinne inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame as Predators' second player

Summary

Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne has been announced as a 2026 inductee into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Rinne will join former teammate Shea Weber in receiving this honor. The recognition highlights Rinne's significant contributions to the Predators and his impactful career in the NHL. His induction ceremony will take place later this year, although the exact date has not been specified.

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Key Details

•Pekka Rinne announced as 2026 Hockey Hall of Fame inductee
•Second Predators player to be inducted after Shea Weber
•Induction ceremony details to be confirmed later this year
•Rinne's career celebrated for significant contributions to NHL

Latest Updates

7:19 PMYahoo Sports — Nashville Predators' goaltender Pekka Rinne to be inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame
7:19 PMYahoo Sports — Former Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne elected to Hockey Hall of Fame

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Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne has been elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame, the second Predators player (Shea Weber) to receive the honor.
— Yahoo Sports