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Hockey Heroes Weekend
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NAPA HOCKEY HEROES WEEKEND
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 Alumni

2027 NAPA Hockey Heroes Weekend Alumni

Remember, the more you raise, the higher you draft!

Keep an eye out for updates as we continue to reveal our 2027  NAPA Hockey Heroes Weekend lineup. Be sure to check out some of the hockey greats we've shared the ice with in past years!

2026 NAPA Hockey Heroes
Player Alert:

Mark Recchi

We're honoured to be joined by an NHL Hall of Famer and one of the game's all time greats for our 2026 NAPA Hockey Heroes Weekend. 

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2026 NAPA Hockey Heroes
Player Alert:

David Backes

We are thrilled to announce David Backes  will be joining us this year! As longtime captain of the St. Louis Blues, he led by example, delivering big hits, timely goals, and relentless intensity every night. 

2025 NB Heart Conference Registration

Join us for our first  New Brunswick Heart Conference  on October 3, 2025.

Listen to a  leading group of experts from across Canada share best practices, explore emerging research, and strategize on enhancing patient outcomes for heart patients in New Brunswick. Please note these presentations will be delivered in English. 
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Hockey Heroes Alumni

Check often for updates as we reveal our 2027 Alumni. Click the year buttons above to see Alumni from past years.

2027 Alumni

Highlights:

Coming from a hockey family, with uncles who played in the NHL, Brian followed suit and made his NHL debut with the Montreal Canadiens in 1994. He became a key contributor for the team, highlighted by a standout performance on April 8, 1999, when he recorded six points (four goals and two assists) in a road game against the New York Islanders, the first Canadien since Joe Malone in 1917 to reach that mark. Savage also scored the first hat trick in Bell Centre history on October 7, 1996, and retired from professional hockey in September 2006.

Brian Savage

Stats:

Position:

LW

Shoots:

Left

Teams:

4

Height:

6'1"

Draft:

Montreal Canadiens

Birth:

1971

Stats

Career

674

192

167

359

-80

321

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

Highlights:

Glencross's NHL career spanned just over a decade, during which he played for several franchises. He established himself as an NHL regular in 2007–08.  In 2008, he was traded to the Calgary Flames, and in the final year of his contract (2015), he set personal highs of 24 goals and 43 points in 2010–11. Overall, Glencross was an effective goalscorer and active within the community during his time in Calgary, which led to the team naming him its recipient of the Ralph T. Scurfield Humanitarian Award in 2012. 

Curtis Glencross

Stats:

Position:

LW

Shoots:

Left

Teams:

5

Height:

6'1"

Draft:

Undrafted

Birth:

1982

Stats

Career

507

134

141

275

4

351

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

Highlights:

York began his NHL career with Detroit before being traded to Anaheim, where he established himself as an NHL regular. He was dealt to the Ottawa Senators in 1996 and became a reliable two-way defenceman, highlighted by a career-best 35-point season. After his NHL career, York co-hosted several shows and wrote a weekly column, York State of Mind, for the Ottawa Sun while working in Ottawa sports radio. He also appeared on Sportsnet broadcasts for Ottawa Senators games. When the Senators moved to TSN in 2014, York took on an expanded role with Sportsnet as a television colour analyst.

Jason York

Stats:

Position:

D

Shoots:

Right

Teams:

5

Height:

6'2"

Draft:

Detroit Red Wings

Birth:

1970

Stats

Career

757

42

187

229

2

621

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

Highlights:

Mathieu Schneider had a remarkable 21-season career in the NHL, earning a reputation as one of the league’s most consistently productive defensemen. Over the course of his career, he played for 10 different NHL franchises, showcasing his versatility, leadership, and offensive skill from the blue line. Schneider was a key member of the legendary Montreal Canadiens team that captured the Stanley Cup in 1993. Known for his strong skating, powerful shot, and reliability at both ends of the ice, Schneider recorded over 700 career points and was selected to multiple NHL All-Star Games. His longevity and steady performance made him one of the most respected defensemen of his era.

Mathieu Schneider

Stats:

Position:

D

Shoots:

Left

Teams:

10

Height:

5'11"

Draft:

Montreal Canadiens

Birth:

1969

Stats

Career

1289

223

520

743

66

1245

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

Highlights:

Tony Amonte made an immediate impact in the NHL, scoring 35 goals in 79 games during his rookie season to help the New York Rangers capture the Presidents’ Trophy as the league’s top regular-season team. His outstanding debut earned him second place in Calder Trophy voting as the NHL’s top rookie. Known for his speed, scoring touch, and consistency, Amonte went on to enjoy a successful NHL career spanning more than 1,100 games and over 400 goals. In recognition of his accomplishments and contributions to American hockey, Amonte was inducted into the United States Hockey Hall of Fame in 2009. 

Tony Amonte

Stats:

Position:

RW

Shoots:

Left

Teams:

5

Height:

6'0"

Draft:

New York Rangers

Birth:

1970

Stats

Career

1174

416

484

900

96

752

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

Highlights:

Zenon “The Destroyer” was known for his physical, hard-hitting style and role as an enforcer. He made his NHL debut in the 2005 season with the Anaheim Mighty Ducks, quickly earning a reputation for aggressive forechecking, tough defensive play, and protecting teammates on the ice. After the Ducks were eliminated from the playoffs, Zenon spent time in the AHL, where he continued to be a strong locker-room leader and mentor to younger players. 

Zenon Konopka

Stats:

Position:

C

Shoots:

Left

Teams:

7

Height:

6'0"

Draft:

Undrafted

Birth:

1981

Stats

Career

346

12

18

30

-49

1082

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

Highlights:

Iafrate was selected 4th overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 1984 NHL Entry Draft. He played 799 career NHL games spanning over twelve seasons, scoring 152 goals and 311 assists. He also compiled 1301 penalty minutes. lafrate is most famous for his rocket slap shot that set the NHL Skills Competition record which stood for 16 years.

Al Iafrate

Stats:

Position:

D

Shoots:

Left

Teams:

4

Height:

6' 3"

Draft:

Toronto

Birth:

1966

Stats

Career

799

152

311

463

-72

1.301

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

Highlights:

Brian Skrudland, a gritty center, had a notable NHL career spanning 15 seasons. He made a significant impact as a leader, serving as the first captain in Florida Panthers history. Skrudland's relentless style of play and defensive acumen made him a valuable asset to his teams, including the Montreal Canadiens and New York Rangers. Throughout his career, he accumulated 124 goals and 259 assists in 881 regular-season games.

Brian Skrudland

Stats:

Position:

C

Shoots:

Left

Teams:

5

Height:

6'0"

Draft:

Not in draft

Birth:

1963

Stats

Career

881

124

219

343

108

1107

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

Highlights:

Fiona Smith-Bell is a celebrated Canadian women’s Olympic hockey player, renowned for her contributions to the sport. Affiliated with the Edmonton Chimos, Fiona played a pivotal role in helping Team Canada secure a silver medal at the 1998 Olympic Winter Games.


Fiona’s journey began as a figure skater due to the lack of hockey opportunities for girls. She later captained a boys’ youth hockey team in North Battleford. At the age of 14, she joined the first Saskatchewan women’s hockey team to compete at the Canada Winter Games, marking the start of her trailblazing career.


In 1999, Fiona was nominated for the Saskatchewan Female Athlete of the Year award, a testament to her skill and dedication. She retired from international hockey in 2002, leaving behind a legacy of excellence. Fiona had the honor of being a torchbearer for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, further cementing her status as a prominent figure in Canadian sports. In 2012, she was inducted into the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame, recognizing her outstanding contributions to ice hockey.


Fiona’s legacy continues to inspire young athletes, showcasing her dedication and passion for hockey.

Fiona Smith-Bell

Stats:

Position:

D

Shoots:

Left

Teams:

n/a

Height:

5'2"

Draft:

n/a

Birth:

1973

Stats

Career

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

Highlights:

Leeman was drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1982. He was known as a speedy and gritty scoring machine and he had a 50 goal season with the Leafs. He formed the “Hound Line” along with Wendel Clark and Russ Courtnall. He also played for the Flames, Canadians, Canucks and the St. Louis Blues. He won a Stanley Cup with Montreal in 1993.

Gary Leeman

Stats:

Position:

RW

Shoots:

Right

Teams:

5

Height:

5'11"

Draft:

Toronto Maple Leafs

Birth:

1964

Stats

Career

667

199

267

466

-69

531

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

Highlights:

Kirk Muller represented Team Canada in the 1984 Winter Olympics, and was then drafted second overall by the  New Jersey Devils. Muller played in the NHL for 19 seasons, retiring in 2003. Throughout his career he played for multiple NHL teams.  He was a fan favourite when he played for Montreal, and contributed to their Stanley Cup win in 1993. So much so that they appointed him captain in 1994.

Kirk Muller

Stats:

Position:

LW

Shoots:

Left

Teams:

6

Height:

6'0"

Draft:

New Jersey

Birth:

1966

Stats

Career

1349

357

602

959

-147

1228

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

Highlights:

Krushelnyski began his NHL journey with the Boston Bruins in 1981.   He moved on to play for the Edmonton Oilers,  where they won the Stanley Cup in 1985, 1987 and 1988.  He played on the wing and was often on a line with Wayne Gretzky and Jari Kurri. After retiring, Krushelnyski was an assistant coach for the Detroit Red Wings when they won the Cup in 1997.

Mike Krushelnyski

Stats:

Position:

C

Shoots:

Left

Teams:

5

Height:

6'2"

Draft:

Boston Bruins

Birth:

1960

Stats

Career

897

241

328

569

179

699

GP

G

A

P

+/-

PIM

Hockey Heroes Rookie

Ambassador

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