# Patrice Bergeron Honored at Hockey Hall of Fame

> Patrice Bergeron, a Bruins legend, is enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame after a heartfelt speech.
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- Summary: Patrice Bergeron, a Bruins legend, is enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame after a heartfelt speech.
- Keywords: hockey hall of fame, patrice bergeron, bruins, hockey, david pastrnak, zdeno chara, brad marchand, keith tkachuk, pekka rinne, The Boston Globe
- Source: The Boston Globe — https://bostonglobe.com/2026/11/09/sports/bruins-patrice-bergeron-hall-of-fame
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## Patrice Bergeron Enshrined
Patrice Bergeron was enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame Monday night with former Bruins players and current captain David Pastrnak in attendance.

> He was maybe the perfect player
## Bergeron's Speech Highlights
Bergeron delivered a seven-minute speech reflecting on his childhood in Quebec City and his journey to becoming a two-way centerman.

> That feeling of skates on my feet was unlike anything I ever experienced
## Family and Friends
Bergeron thanked his father, former teammate Zdeno Chara, and left winger Brad Marchand for their support and leadership throughout his career.

> Thank you for your support, advice, pushing me ever single day to be better
## Hall of Fame Recognition
Bergeron received a replica plaque honoring his six Selke awards and Stanley Cup win with the Bruins in 2011.

> I thank you all for that incredible gift
## Other Inductees
Medford’s Keith Tkachuk and Cindy Curley were the first inductees, followed by other Bruins legends like David Krejci and Tuukka Rask.

> I could go all night
## Pekka Rinne's Message
Nashville goalie Pekka Rinne encouraged young athletes to follow their passions despite setbacks and self-doubt.

> You don’t have to be the highest draft prospect
## Bergeron's Final Thanks
Bergeron thanked Boston fans for their support over two decades, calling it an absolute privilege to play in front of them.

> Thank you for welcoming me and standing behind me throughout my career
## Key takeaway

Patrice Bergeron, a Bruins legend, is enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame after a heartfelt speech.