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).

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.

Zdeno Chara was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in his first opportunity, while Alexander Mogilny finally made it in on his 17th try.