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Legendary Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne named to Hockey Hall of Fame
By Caleb Wethington at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
SMASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Nashville Predators legend Pekka Rinne is going into the Hockey Hall of Fame.The Predators congratulated Rinne on social media, writing, “Going down in hockey history as one of the greatest. Congrats on your Hockey Hall of Fame selection, Pekka!”Rinne is one of the most...
Key takeaway (WSMV) - Nashville Predators legend Pekka Rinne is going into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Why this matters in The Nashville
Pekka Rinne's induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame is a testament to his enduring legacy in Nashville, where he spent 15 seasons as a cornerstone of the Predators franchise. His on-ice accomplishments, including the Vezina Trophy and numerous franchise records, are well-documented, but his impact extends beyond the rink. The 365 Pediatric Cancer Fund, which he co-founded with Shea Weber, has made a tangible difference in the lives of local families, with over $3 million donated to Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. As a European Development Coach and Scout for the Predators, Rinne remains invested in the city's hockey community, helping to shape the next generation of players. His statue outside Bridgestone Arena and retired jersey number serve as permanent reminders of his contributions to Nashville's sports landscape, cementing his status as a beloved figure in the city's athletic heritage.
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Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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What is this story about? SMASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Nashville Predators legend Pekka Rinne is going into the Hockey Hall of Fame.The Predators congratulated Rinne on social media, writing, “Going down in hockey history as one of the greatest. Congrats on your Hockey Hall of Fame selection, Pekka!”Rinne is one of the most...
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