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National Post
24-06-2025
- Sport
- National Post
New class named to Hockey Hall of Fame includes former Canuck Alexander Mogilny
Duncan Keith, Alexander Mogilny, Joe Thornton, Zdeno Chara, Jennifer Botterill and Brianna Decker were the players named to the Hockey Hall of Fame on Tuesday. Article content The group will be officially inducted in November. Article content Article content Defencemen Keith, Chara and centre Thornton were all in their first year of Hall of Fame eligibility. Article content Keith, from Winnipeg, was a three-time Stanley Cup winner, two-time Olympic gold medallist, a Conn Smythe Trophy winner and two-time Norris Trophy winner as the NHL's top defenceman across his 17-year career. Article content He played for the Chicago Blackhawks from 2005-2021 before a one-year stint with the Edmonton Oilers. Article content Thornton is 14th all-time with 1,539 career points and seventh all-time in career assists with 1,109 from a 25-year career. One of the great playmakers of his generation, Thornton won the Hart Trophy as league MVP and the Art Ross Trophy as the NHL's leading scorer in 2005-06. Article content He played for the Boston Bruins, San Jose Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers from 1997-2022. The London, Ont., native also helped Canada win gold at the 2010 Olympics. Article content Chara, the tallest player in NHL history at six-foot-nine, lived up to his imposing frame as a physical force throughout his career from 1997 to 2022. The Slovak defenceman won the Norris Trophy in 2008-09 and was a finalist six times overall. Article content He also helped lead the Bruins to a Stanley Cup title in 2011, along with trips to the final in 2013 and 2019. Chara holds the NHL record for most games played by a defenceman with 1,680 — third most overall. Article content Article content Article content Article content Botterill, from Ottawa, won three Olympic gold medals for Canada (2002, 2006, 2010), and five world championships, with two tournament MVPs. Article content She is the only player to win the Patty Kazmaier Award twice, claiming the honour as the top player in women's NCAA Division I hockey in back-to-back seasons at Harvard. Article content Decker was part of the United States' Olympic gold medal-winning team in 2018 and captured six world championship titles. Article content She also won the Patty Kazmaier Award after posting 37 goals and 82 points in 40 games during her junior season at Wisconsin. Article content Longtime Boston University coach Jack Parker and women's coach Daniele Sauvageau were elected in the builders category. Sauvageau, who led Canada to Olympic gold at the 2002 Salt Lake City Games, is now the general manager of Montreal in the Professional Women's Hockey League. Article content
New York Times
24-06-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Hockey Hall of Fame 2025 class includes Chara, Keith, Thornton, Mogilny, Botterill
A star-studded class is heading to the Hockey Hall of Fame. Led by a couple of Norris Trophy-winning defensemen, Zdeno Chara and Duncan Keith, along with former Hart Trophy winning Joe Thornton, and Jennifer Botterill, a three-time Olympic gold medal winner with Team Canada, the Hockey Hall of Fame will welcome eight new members in November. A vote on Wednesday by the selection committee in Toronto also guaranteed fall enshrinement for Brianna Decker and Alexander Mogilny as players and longtime NCAA men's coach Jack Parker and Daniele Sauvageau, who served Team Canada as a general manager, coach and consultant, as builders. Advertisement Sauvageau will be the first woman to enter the Hockey Hall of Fame as a builder. An induction ceremony will be held on Nov. 10 in Toronto. A candidate's entire hockey career is considered by the Hockey Hall of Fame selection committee, but Chara, Keith, and Thornton built overwhelming resumes based solely on their respective accomplishments in the NHL. Chara played the most games by a defenseman with 1,680. He won the Norris Trophy as the NHL's top defenseman in 2009 and captained the Boston Bruins to the Stanley Cup in 2011. Keith was a key figure on the Chicago Blackhawks' Cup champions in 2010, 2013, and 2015, winning the Conn Smythe Trophy as postseason MVP for that third championship run. His Norris wins came in 2010 and 2014. Thornton, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2007 NHL Draft, is most remembered for his time with the Bruins and San Jose Sharks, and is one of only 15 players to score 1,500 points. And though he never played for a Cup champion, he won a gold medal for host Canada at the 2010 Winter Olympics. Mogilny debuted in the NHL in 1989 with the Buffalo Sabres. A dynamic offensive player, he finally won the Cup with the New Jersey Devils in 2000. He is a member of the IIHF Triple Gold Club, winning Olympic gold (1988) and the IIHF World Championships (1989) for the former Soviet Union in addition to the Cup. Mogilny made the Hall of Fame in his 17th year of consideration. Botterill was a first-team All-American in each of her four seasons at Harvard University. She played professionally until 2011 and was a mainstay for Canada's national team at the Olympics and IIHF World Championships, where she was named MVP in 2011. Decker played collegiately at the University of Wisconsin and earned awards, but her star turn came for Team USA, with whom she won the gold medal six times at the IIHF World Championships and gold at the 2018 Winter Olympics. Advertisement Parker captained Boston University in his final season as a player and became his school's head coach in 1973. His teams won the NCAA championship three times and appeared in an NCAA-record 24 tournaments during his 40 seasons. Sauvageau's contributions to the women's game are unrivaled among non-players in Canada. She was part of seven Winter Olympics in various roles with Team Canada. (Photo of Duncan Keith: Jonathan Daniel / Getty Images)
CBC
24-06-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Thornton, Chara, Mogilny lead 2025 Hall of Fame class
Joe Thornton, Duncan Keith, Alexander Mogilny, Zdeno Chara, Jennifer Botterill and Brianna Decker were the players named to the Hockey Hall of Fame on Tuesday. Jack Parker and Daniele Sauvageau were named as builders. The group will be officially inducted in November. Defencemen Keith, Chara and Thornton were all in their first year of Hall of Fame eligibility. Keith, from Winnipeg, was a three-time Stanley Cup winner, two-time Olympic gold medallist, a Conn Smythe Trophy winner and two-time Norris Trophy winner as the NHL's top defenceman in a 17-year career. He played for the Chicago Blackhawks from 2005-2021 before a one-year stint with the Edmonton Oilers.
CNET
24-06-2025
- CNET
Should You Buy an Induction or Electric Stove? Here's How to Make the Right Choice
Even if you enjoy cooking, waiting for a pot of water to boil is probably one of the things you'd rather not have to deal with. And yes, the more you watch it, the slower it boils -- that's just science. But did you know that some ways of heating a pot are quicker than others? They can be better for other reasons, too. Using an electric stove can take longer than you'd like, making a gas range the preferred choice -- not to mention they usually heat your pots and pans more evenly, too. And with summer very much here, you've better things to do than stand and wait for water to boil. So gas is the way to go, right? Well, it's complicated. As quick as they are, gas ranges have their own problems, including the potential health hazards that come with setting a fossil fuel alight just so you can make some noodles. Thankfully, for those looking to go electric with their cooking, there are choices. Induction stoves are a popular option nowadays, and they don't have many of the problems that you get with traditional electric ranges. They also heat more quickly and evenly while being more energy-efficient. The trick is magnets. Here's a look at how induction cooktops compare to electric ranges. The mechanics of induction and electric heat Electric and induction cooktops produce the same outcome -- dinner -- but the way they actually get there is quite different. The burners on electric cooktops heat up and transfer that energy to your pots and pans through what's called conduction. The burners consist of metal coils, which may be exposed or covered by a cooktop made of glass or ceramic, that are heated with an electric current. The LG Signature Smart InstaView microwave mounts above the company's induction stove, and a camera mounted on the bottom of the microwave allows you to watch your food cook on the range from across the room. James Martin/CNET That heat then transfers either directly to the cookware, in the case of exposed coils, or into the conductive surface and then onto your pots and pans. Induction cooktops, meanwhile, use magnetic elements to energize your metal pots and pans, heating up the cookware itself instead of heating up the surface it sits on. This means the whole pan is being heated up evenly and less energy is wasted in heating up the air around the stove or the surrounding surface. Read more: The Cooktop Burner That Saved Us During a Kitchen Remodel The pros and cons of an induction cooktop Induction cooking is faster and safer, but that doesn't mean it's the easiest switch. There are some key differences to know. Induction cooktop pros Cooking on an induction cooktop has plenty of benefits. Primary among them is the fact that they require far less energy to heat. Because they transfer heat directly to cookware, considerably less energy is lost through the cooking process. By some estimates, induction cooktops are capable of delivering as much as 90% of the electromagnetic energy generated to the food in the pan, compared to as little as 38% of the energy generated in gas ranges. Another benefit of induction cooktops is the speedy cooking times. Induction surfaces can boil water in about half the time it takes for gas to do so, for instance. At CES 2025, we saw the Copper Charlie induction stove bring water to a boil in about 30 seconds. That induction stove and oven is expensive -- about $6,000 -- but it also comes with a 5 kilowatt-hour battery, allowing it to run during a power outage. Because of how induction cooktops transfer heat, the surface itself does not actually get as hot, except for the residual heat of having a hot pan on it. That means it's much safer if you touch it by accident. Spill food? You won't have to scrape it off after you're done, because it won't cook onto the stovetop. That's safer, and it makes cleanup a breeze. Another advantage is that induction cooktops generally aren't heating anything up unless there's a metal pan on top of an element, so you can worry less about the myriad hazards of leaving the stove on. Induction cooktop cons The main downside of an induction range is the cost. If you're on a budget, it may be difficult to find an induction cooktop that's the size you want and meets your preferred price. Copper's stove is particularly pricey at $6,000, but induction range and ovens from other brands typically start around $1,000 and go up from there. There are also some hidden costs: Most induction stoves require a 240-volt outlet to run. If you already have an electric stove, you may already have one of those in your kitchen. If you're switching from gas, you might need to call an electrician to get the right outlet installed -- and you need to have the space for it in your electrical panel. Those costs add up. (The Copper stove we saw at CES can plug into a standard 120-volt outlet because of its battery, but it also costs $6,000 to begin with.) On top of the product and installation costs, you may need to buy new pots and pans. Induction stoves only work with cookware made of ferromagnetic material. Specifically, that means stainless steel, cast iron and carbon steel. Pots and pans made from aluminum and copper aren't compatible. Adding to the confusion, some cookware uses a combination of materials in its construction, so its induction status isn't always obvious. To know for sure, give your pan the magnet test. If the magnet sticks, you're good to go. If not, then you may have to swap it for another one. Worse, you might have to change out all your existing cookware before your kitchen will be ready for induction. When you buy cookware, look on the label for information saying it's "induction ready" or something like it. Of course, if you're just wanting to take induction cooking for a spin, you can save on a lot of cost by picking up a portable induction burner, like a magnetic hot plate, for around $100 or less. Read more: The Best Way to Clean Your Cast-Iron Skillet is With This Kitchen Staple The Copper Charlie induction stove comes with a 5kWh battery, so it can plug into a standard outlet and keep running during a power outage. Jon Reed/CNET The pros and cons of electric cooktops Resistive electric cooktops -- the ones you're probably used to -- are far more common than induction for a reason, but there are some major hangups. Electric cooktop pros Electric cooktops aren't quite as hip as induction cooktops, but that's okay. They've been around for a while, and they're still quite popular for good reason: They get the job done. Simplicity and reliability are among the primary selling points of an electric cooktop, and installation should be easy and straightforward, too. Don't concern yourself with special equipment or particularly steep price tags. Electric cooktops are common and functional, so there's no learning curve. Another benefit of the electric cooktop is the ability to make use of residual heat. You may notice that the stovetop stays warm even after you turn it off. You can use this to help keep food warm or use those final minutes of excess heat to finish off the cooking process before serving your finished dish. Electric cooktop cons Electric ranges are not without their downsides. Residual heat can lead to unfortunate situations if you happen to place your hand on the surface or spill something on it while it's still warm. They can also take longer to heat up, and the coils can sometimes provide uneven heat or waste lots of energy if you're using a pan that's smaller than the surface being heated. There are still plenty of things to consider when deciding on the perfect cooktop for you, including your budget, the size of your kitchen, and how much you plan on actually using it. You might want to experience these cooktops for yourself before you decide, if possible. See how each one works and if you might like to cook on it. There are plenty of great cooktops that use both electric and induction heating mechanisms, so if you do some searching, you're likely to find one that fits your needs. A thoughtful approach will also help you produce great meals every time you use them. Though remember: A stove only provides the heat. You have to do the rest.
National Post
23-06-2025
- Sport
- National Post
New names likely to extend Hockey Hall of Fame wait time for others
It could be a three, four or five Olympic-ring circus when the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame induction class is revealed on Tuesday. Article content The first-year eligible players include a number of former NHLers whose deeds under the Games' flag could fast-track their chances. Article content Article content Which might mean disappointing news for the Hall's ever-growing parking lot, already crowded with names such as Alex Mogilny, Henrik Zetterberg, Patrick Marleau, Curtis Joseph and Rob Brind'Amour, before a backlog of 1970s and Original Six hopefuls. Article content Yet it's hard to argue that Canadians Carey Price, Duncan Keith, Ryan Getzlaf and Joe Thornton shouldn't get due consideration after their three-year wait, long NHL careers capped by gold medals in either the 2010 and 2014 Games or the 2016 World Cup before best-on-best hockey was halted until this year. Article content Article content Jennifer Botterill, a favourite with American Meghan Duggan to join the Hall's female list for a couple of years, also has a slew of Team Canada golds dating back to the '02 Olympics and world championships. Article content There also are two prominent internationals with Boston Bruin ties now in the Hall picture: Dominant defenceman Zdeno Chara and franchise wins goaltending leader Tuukka Rask. Article content 'Call it a feast of new selections,' said an insider familiar with the process. 'It's going to be a great year for the Hall leading up to (the November induction). But you never know what can happen in the final voting.' Article content The 18-person selection committee began gathering in Toronto on Monday and will announce their choices Tuesday afternoon live on TSN. A maximum of four male and two females can be chosen, along with builders and on-ice officials. Article content Article content Hall voting remains decidedly non-transparent. One of the 18 puts forward a nomination, either their own or received by them through public submission, hoping for the necessary 75% approval. However, names that miss the cut and voting results are never revealed and the committee does not comment afterwards on close calls.
