The Hockey Hall of Fame got a lot bigger Tuesday, as former Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara was elected in his first season of eligibility.

Former Boston Bruins captain and defenseman Zdeno Chara has been elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2025 in the Player Category. The 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Celebration is scheduled on Monday, November 10 in Toronto.

A one-time Norris Trophy winner (2009) and captain of the Bruins’ 2011 Stanley Cup-winning team, Chara finished with the most games ever played by a defensemen (1,680).