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Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame

History of Hockey in Manitoba

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Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame All-time All-Star Teams


In the year 2000, the Manitoba Hockey Foundation spearheaded an initiative to recognize a century of hockey excellence in Manitoba . A dinner that honoured Manitoba hockey teams, players, builders, officials, media, sponsors and supporters was held in June at the Winnipeg Convention Centre. The highlight of the evening was the announcement of the province's player coach and referee of the century along with first and second all-star teams.

1st All-Star Team

Goal - Terry Sawchuk
Defense - Walter (Babe) Pratt, John (Black Jack) Stewart
Forwards - Andy Bathgate, Bobby Clarke, Bill Mosienko
Coach - Dick Irvin


2nd All-Star Team

Goal - Charles (Chuck) Gardiner
Defense - Ivan (Ching) Johnson, Ken Reardon
Forwards - Frank Frederickson, Bryan Hextall Sr., Reg Leach
Coach - Billy Reay


Player of the Century: Terry Sawchuk


Coach of the Century: Dick Irvin


Referee of the Century: Andy Van Hellemond