Bruins owner Jeremy Jacobs to be inducted into Hall Of Fame
Becomes sixth member of NHL club to receive enshrinement as part of the “Builder” category
BOSTON — The Hockey Hall of Fame announced Monday that they will induct Bruins Owner Jeremy Jacobs into the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2017.
Jacobs was selected as part of the "Builder" category, which is defined by "coaching, managerial or executive ability, or ability in another significant off-ice role, sportsmanship, character and contributions to his or her organization or organizations and to the game of hockey in general." He is the sixth member of the Boston Bruins to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame as part of the "Builder" category.
"I am flattered to be included in with this great group of 2017 inductees, and I am humbled to be included with the legends of hockey that went before me," said Boston Bruins Owner Jeremy Jacobs. "Owning the Boston Bruins for 42 years has been one of the most rewarding honors of my life. I am indebted to our team's leaders and players, but most of all, to our fans, for giving me a broad and deeply appreciative perspective of the game."
"I was absolutely thrilled to learn the news that my father was selected to the Hockey Hall of Fame," said Boston Bruins CEO Charlie Jacobs. "As owner for 42 years of the Boston Bruins and long-serving Chairman of the NHL Board of Governors, he has made unparalleled contributions to the advancement of hockey and the growth of the NHL."
"On behalf of the Boston Bruins organization I want to congratulate Mr. Jacobs on his election to the Hockey Hall of Fame," said Bruins President Cam Neely. "As a player I knew of Mr. Jacobs' passion for the Bruins. Over the past decade while in the front office, I have seen first hand his dedication to winning, by consistently providing the Bruins the resources that we need to compete for Stanley Cup Championships and also his unmatched commitment to growing the game of hockey."
"It is certainly deserved," said long-time Bruins executive Harry Sinden, who is also a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame's "Builders" category. "A very well deserved honor to one of the finest Governors and owners in the National Hockey League."
Jacobs' 42-year ownership of the Bruins includes many noteworthy highlights. The team has earned four conference championships, two Presidents' trophies, 15 division championships, and 35 Stanley Cup