Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Speech: Jeremy Roenick

[@granttracey4676]

What a speech!! The humility; the apologies; the genuine thank-you's. Much respect, JR!!!

[@twifightsparkill]

HELL HAS FROZEN OVER FINALLY. ROENICK DESERVED THIS TEN YEARS AGO. ♥️♥️♥️

[@nitsakalkinis4135]

It’s all about the politics and what the big wigs think is the right thing to do!!BS!!

[@Sabotage_Labs]

Absolutely!!!!

[@jtsmith1863]

Not as much as Mogiliny

[@cstomp1]

One of the all-time greatest Blackhawks. This was a brilliant speech with a lot of humility and humor. Love JR.

[@jeremyhunter507]

Coming from a Blues fan, this is long over due....Well deserved, and congrats JR.......

[@JaeMazeTV]

Thank you JR. Proud to have called you my favourite player since 1992...what a ride...hell of a hockey player, person and inspiration. God bless you and your family in your continued journey JR!!

[@SimplyJapaneseMaples]

I have never watched a HOF speech before but was excited to hear this one. What a champ! Congrats JR.

[@keving1776]

Love the guy. Met him a few times. Being a Chicagoan I recognized him at the Phoenix Airport years ago. Took the time out to talk. The most genuine guy ever. Equal parts emotion and toughness. Congrats. So well deserved JR.

[@hockeyallday1790]

What a legend!!! Great speech. Well deserved JR

[@keh956]

Americas greatest player that should have gotten the nod years ago… now Canadas forgotten legend needs to be honoured - Theo Fleury

[@smartinvestor4306]

He's not in???

[@DudleyDoright-ru2ch]

With Macdonald stepping down from HHofF Theo may have a chance now. He is unpopular with some but that cannot be allowed to stop his induction. His play, not his views, should allow his entry.

[@intellivisionmaster7999]

Why is MacDonald blocking Theo?

[@diogoreis2240]

Hes not americas greatest player 😂😂

[@keh956]

@@diogoreis2240 he was americas greatest player who hasn’t been inducted into the HofF until now

[@genereynolds3296]

JR nailed it. Did himself and hockey right. Gratitude and humility up on the podium. That my friend, is why hockey is the best sport.

[@Dutchovenderlinde]

One of my favorite players of all-time. And certainly one of the funniest people to ever play the game. Much love, JR!

[@nicholasaulich9994]

Nothing can describe JR more than when he played in Philly and took a full force slap shot to the face, completely shattering his Jaw into a million pieces. Gets up skates to the bench(this would have destroyed a lesser man) sits down waiting for his next shift….pulls out a couple of teeth, jaw basically hanging off. The trainer has to get him off the bench to look at it, bro your face is a mess. JR comes back the next day with a face mask on. Legend. Been watching him since he was a rookie, and my second favorite player in history behind Hossa. Congratulations JR you deserved this years ago.

[@SamTwilter]

If Jeremy’s speech doesn’t bring a tear to your eye, you most certainly have lost the capacity to feel true raw emotion. Wonderful, beautiful eloquent speech surely appreciated by all !

[@travzimmerman1340]

What does your husband do for a living, Sam?!?!

[@davidkrzeszewski4561]

From a Red Wings fan, always one of my favorite players. Long overdue!

[@RickyJSports]

I am so happy for him. Him and Pat Lafontaine are my two favorite American players. Much love and congrats from a Canadian fan.

[@Maiden.Canada]

JR might be American, but he’s as close to a Canadian as you’ll find. True humility and can laugh at himself. What an honest, and emotion filled speech. You’re forgiven for ‘04. Welcome to the HOF, you definitely deserve this honour JR!

[@realdealprimer]

He Was Fun To Watch 📺 🍿

[@That90sShow]

Canadians are docile, weak, cowardly sheep. Total opposite of JR

[@travzimmerman1340]

"as close to a Canadian as you'll find"......Meaning he is still wearing a covid mask in 2024 😂😂😂

[@BookemDanno311]

He's an honest human being. It has nothing to do with being "close to a Canadian". "JR might be an American, but..." is such a denigrating comment to make, especially when the crux of your entire comment is to show how polite and humble Canadians are. Hypocrisy at its finest.

[@Maiden.Canada]

@ So, you’re American? If so, you have your own issues to be concerned with. And, if you’re a Canadian, you just showed everyone that we’re not all humble, some of us are just outright assholes.

[@jmarx3943]

My 2nd all time favorite player. Congratulations to JR. Well deserved. Now Mogilny needs to go in. He should've been in years ago.

[@xkissmyashx3598]

Facts!

[@dgcmusi]

One incredible hockey player….I wrote this comment in the the very beginning of this speech….leaving with a tear in my eye…..

[@aberuel8823]

I never won a cup but you don't see me crying about it.

[@ThinkingFreedom]

It finally happened. Well deserved and surprised to see it. Politics shouldn't be what keep people out of the hall. I'm Canadian but it is undeniable the impact he had on American hockey especially. Had the right attitude, and one we can all probably learn from. Mogilny next.

[@josephfarrugia5976]

One of the best speeches... real, raw and respectful. Congratulations, JR!

[@filipohman7277]

Awesome Work JR!!! Greetings from Finland

[@lavalp]

As a Blackhawks fan, Roenick was such an electrifying player. He had it all - score, hit, playmaking, colorful personality and tough as nails. What a hockey player. To this day I have never seen a player slap a one-timer from a high speed pass at the sharpest of angles right into the net - on multiple occasions. Extraordinary. This is well deserved. Congratulations Jeremy Roenick!

[@keithkosmal]

I was blessed as a kid growing up in Chicago to witness him playing this game, and it undoubtedly left an effect on me and why hockey is my favorite sport. I can honestly say this induction means more to me than any other induction in my lifetime because even with all his hot takes and mistakes he has made, you can hear it in his voice, and see it on his face just how much this means to him. I love you JR, thank you for bringing a brand of hockey to the world that we may never get to witness again.

[@JinxDClown]

I live in San Jose and Jeremy was our favorite player. Always saying hi to fans, always playing to the crowd. He made you feel like you were his teammate. I never saw him pass up an opportunity to say hi to a young fan, whether on or off the ice! My son is now 21 and has been playing juniors for a few years. He's now playing juniors in Canada. I always remind him to "Be a Roenick", and he knows EXACTLY what that means. Open doors for people, say "thank yous" and "your welcomes" AND always treat people with respect. In juniors, after each game, you have the privilege of signing autographs for young kids who basically think you're an NHL player or NHL bound. He knows that's when "be a Roenick" counts. That kid will remember that moment forever and that is an impact not everyone has. He knows to make it count. Good Job JR! You're one of the best!

[@itsnotme07]

I hated seeing Roenick on the other team when they played my favorite team, the Boston Bruins. I love the Gordie Howe snow off the ice story! But seeing Roenick be inducted to the NHL Hockey Hall of Fame is so cool! He deserves it for sure. Congrats Jeremy!

[@curtzyyy]

Absolute rockstar. I used to not like JR growing up, but now i come to appreciate how he played the game and who he is. Congrats JR!

[@patmccrotch5373]

He's one of those guys you really can't stand unless he's on your team.. Im a flyers fan, and he was a blast to watch.

[@Seven_Hills753]

JR you where one of my favorite players all time. Congrats to you and your Family.

[@mikeburda3038]

Great speech Jeremy! Fans will always love you- your hard work, passion, excitement, intensity, and your love for the game. Thank you for making the NHL great again! Chicago fans will always remember the national anthem sung by Wayne Mesmer in the old stadium with this ELECTRIC and ENTHUSIASTIC young hockey player bolting around the ice with such anticipation and energy! If you were not excited to watch hockey- you were probably dead…. We can now forgive the NHL for delaying the most anticipated and important Hall of Fame Inductee ever. Love and Respect Brother! (And thank you to the NHL for finally kissing Jeremy’s ass!!!)

[@pthanahan306]

The Hawks drafting him was when I started watching hockey. Grats JR!

[@spstormproductions8557]

JR, I was lucky to get the opportunity to watch you play many times at the Madhouse on Madison. I wore 27 on every hockey team I ever played on. My daughter wore 27 on her volleyball jersey. Thank you for showing me how hockey should be played! HOF induction was late, 12 year wait was insane. I am biased, but the selection committees should be ashamed. Congratulations! Take a look at the comments…fans from all rival teams acknowledging your tremendous career! Your acceptance speech was classy, well done!

[@Costa-K]

THIS GUY WOULD'VE PLAYED FOR FREE - not many you could say that about. He loved the game and loved the fans. not many like him. Congrats JR - well earned

[@projoeiii]

I originally saved this speech as something to watch later. I started it thinking I’d come back later. I was mesmerized. I couldn’t look away. I’m now on my second straight viewing. This beer league hockey player, this lifelong Blues fan, and this human being admires Jeremy for the player and the person. I’m thankful for this man’s vulnerability and for his perpetual authenticity. Congrats, JR. You deserve every bit of this moment.

[@projoeiii]

And as a Blues fan I’ll also gladly boo you anytime if you take it that respectfully 😂

[@petrirantanen]

Thank you Jeremy Roenick. Been following your career since 1990. You are one of the GOATs. Much love and respect from Finland!

[@Jay-h8t]

Growing up as a new hockey fan right as he came into the league, it made for some great memories. JR congrats!

[@NordicDartfrog]

I'm not a JR fan, but that was an amazing speech. It had everything laughter and tears.

[@jackrex7817]

This was moving, passionate, touching, serious, fun, joyful, loving. This is hockey. Congrats JR.

[@patmccrotch5373]

Tough dude, he's a flyer for life in my eyes. Loved how he played and glad his career is being recognized forever.

[@jimmywilliams8045]

He played the game the way it truly was meant to be played, pure passion and is a truly authentic person. No boring answers, monotone voice or blank stares into the camera. Him, Teemu and Ovi are what the game deserves. Real personality. He deserves this honor 100%. Well deserved JR.

[@steve8803]

Congratulations JR. Very entertaining player and personality, well deserved!

[@slushland]

I'm not crying right now... Ok... Maybe a bit... I partied with JR during the lockout at the 4 seasons in Toronto during the NHL 4 on 4 tournament that took place in Hamilton, the boys stayed in Toronto.. JR was not only funny, kind and humble being the supertar he was, but he made us fans who were there feel like we were just one of the guys... Thank you JR for making Gary Suter give me his NHLPA hat and not snitching on us when we stole VanBiesbrouks goalie sticks in the hall, you are truly one of a kind... LOVE YA BUD... SLUSH

[@charlesmiddleton3247]

Finally, where he belongs! Can't say enough about this man of hockey. Been a hockey fan since the mid 1960's playing hockey on the creeks, ponds or patches of ice we could find. Jeremy deserves such an honor. Although I was a goalie, I still root for the goal scorers. Thanks for this video of a hockey icon.

[@wrathchildamerica2104]

Thayer Academy Legend ! Proud To See You Finally In JR

[@ryanaustin1970]

A humble loving j.r ... welcome to the hall you deserve it

[@martyvenida]

As a Kings fan, I never thought you were bad, just hurt. As a Coyotes fan, too, I love you. And yes, hopefully Big Walt would be on that stage very soon. Thank you for the great memories, JR! You will always be one of my favourite centremen. Tough as nails. Scored with the best of them, only with much more power. Always was a great entertainer. And one of the humblest, most grateful hockey people. True Hall of Famer.

[@y3ee3e]

one of my all time faves, he so deserved this. what a career, what a personality. congrats

[@mrglass3617]

My favorite player ever. Deserved this years ago but it's still beautiful seeing JR in the hall where he deserves to be. I was very impressed with his humility.

[@BrettHornby]

Extremely humble and thankful along his hockey journey was how to summarize his speech. Acknowledged that he embraced the spotlight on himself as well.

[@igormednikov15]

Wow! Thank you for the words of inspiration and humble guidance Jeremy Roenick❤️

[@rv2167]

he should have been in the hall years. He had the numbers and had the star power and charisma.

[@Anthoneyyy]

My fave player of all-time. Thanks for never giving a fk, JR. You were the voice of reason for the absurdity pertaining to awful officiating. You’ll always be the man, Roenick You fought, hit, made plays and scored so many beautiful goals. You did a ton for the NHL and making it a recognized pro sport globally. Cheers

[@lexlewis550]

Hell yeah JR 👍😎congratulations brother !!!

[@Doombot2.0]

JR is an absolute gem. Always has been but he's been shining even brighter this last year. I'm so happy he got his due but im more happy he's found inner peace before he got his due. Thats the real accomplishment here. Congratulations 27.

[@filipohman7277]

Awesome Work JR!!! 👍👍👍 Greetings from Finland

[@reganjacklin]

This is one of the best speeches I've ever heard. So genuine.

[@chanthaburigems]

Chelios looking like he could still play.

[@travzimmerman1340]

He couldn't.

[@The2ndKeepsUsFree]

Long overdue! My favorite player when I was a kid. A beast on the ice and a beauty off the ice. Way to go JR.

[@chuck6318]

I thought I was an adoring fan of JR's before this speech. As a person with 16 years of sobriety, the "I'm up here because of you. You saved my life." really hit home. Congrats to you JR, with much love and respect.

[@guyhickey3343]

Love this guy’s honesty.. speaking from the heart is so much more refreshing in today’s never ending politically correct speeches.I’m Canadian and JR is my all time favourite American born player.

[@uscgbmcmretired2490]

Happy 4 U JR! I remember Ur rookie season in Chicago!

[@timsheridan2915]

One of the most exciting players of all-time. Congrats JR!

[@darcypearson2606]

That was an amazing speech JR, thank you. Hockey Players will always be the most authentic professional athletes on earth!

[@joeskrenta8767]

JR = Legend, he was one of the special hockey players who embodied the old school type hockey combined with the newer skill set type in his era...I hated him when he played against my NJD's...but ❤'d him when he represented the USA...This was long overdue...He probably could have stayed up there for days thanking everyone...I've always loved hearing the passion he has for the game when speaking...Great sense of humor as well...Nothing but the best for him, his family and friends! 🎉 😊

[@alwaysabeliever108]

' Bout GD time. Thx JR you beast! Today's NHL could use this type of player. Congrats! Hockey players are the BEST athlete's on earth.

[@Dropthegloves34]

Met JR in February of this year at a meet and greet in New Hampshire I got to talk to him for about 15 minutes, great stories and had no problem signing anything I had. Class act, always wished my bruins would trade for him. Glad he finally got in the hall of fame 🏒💪👊

[@JP-mj2el]

Best acceptance speech ever. And we Philly fans love you.

[@Sabotage_Labs]

King Jeremy the wicked!!! About damn time!!! He should have been there sooner but... At least he's there....finally!!! One of my favorite Flyers and NHL players to just watch skate!!! Also...Jeremy was more than a man with character...he IS a character! You know it's gonna be fun when JR is around. Congrats Jeremy! You MORE than earned!!!

[@moemanncann895]

Great speech Jeremy Congratulations on a successful career and all the best to you and your family

[@philly7558]

It's about damn time!! I miss you in PHILLY JR. Congratulations, you earned this years ago!!!!

[@MMMM-e8y8v]

Blackhawks fan here since I was seven in 1993. Roenick is still my all-time favorite player. The only sweater I own is his.

[@Winos_Seattle]

Growing up in small town Moorestown outside Philly and all of the sudden seeing Jeremy pop into the local merchants, us Flyers fans knew something special had just transpired within the "Orange & Black". Here we are many years later and we can all say we got to witness a great HoFer play on our home ice day-in and day-out. Ways to go, JR! Finally!

[@mikew1986]

As much of am ass you could be at times, you always wore it on your sleeve. Respect for a wonderful career amd heartfelt speech.

[@gordwilliamson-lq3dp]

WOW what a passionate speech. Well done Jeremy. This needs to be played in the Maple Leafs dressing room.

[@adamlee007]

Legend....

[@anonymousanonymously8216]

What a great speech, congrats JR, well deserved.

[@JJ-bf6dx]

One of the best. He brought grit, skill, and fun to a game that that now seems to be lacking the fun ❤

[@frankdacosta6254]

JR Superstar! Congratulations

[@zhobaire]

JR well deserved! Loved your time with the Flyers. Excellent Speech. Well deserved. Now can we get Theo Fleury, Alexander Mogilny, and John LeClair.

[@michaelperkins739]

What a great and energetic player. Loved no matter who he played for, always a thrill.

[@thabeaststl3703]

I'm a Blues fan and you burned my team for years....that said, you were one of my favorite players....the way you played.....loved it as a US guy too!!!! Congratulations!!!!

[@michaellemieux9401]

He was drafted in '88 not '98

[@justincowen441]

Yeah that’s a huge mess up. “They” also screwed up some Datysuk stats. I’m wondering myself how the eff do you mess up stats for the HoF introduction video???

[@Sabotage_Labs]

Wow! What a great speech! Right from the heart. No surprise considering its JR! Never had a problem letting his emotions come through huh. Yes....2004.... would've been nice to bring that cup back to Broad Street, JR. Would have loved..... freaking LOVED....to see you skate with it held high! But...that's the game eh? The greatest game, the greatest team sport...in the WORLD!!!!

[@spida817express]

A true CLASS act !!! Congratulations, you are finally where you belong, you will be remembered FOREVER.

[@rediscoveryrecords1348]

Impressive speech. It seemed like in not so much words, that he apologized for things he said. Doesnt seem to be fair that some wont give him a second chance when Trump did and he said much worse. I was never a big fan of his but I always liked his honesty. I like him more now after hearing this. I love hall of fame speeches.

[@Regalman]

As an American JR paved the way for us man. Really appreciate what he did!

[@Nelbroth]

Long overdue. Congrats!

[@dbddecosta]

Class act. Loved him here in philly.

[@BookemDanno311]

1:33 "Taken 8th overall in the 1998 NHL Draft"? You sure about that? Way to go, TSN. Brilliant research and execution.

[@adamlee007]

Jr is a fucking legend

[@deaconfrost9]

Flyers fan here. Love you JR. You will always be a legend in Philly.

[@jamesmikelskasjr.64]

Jr and almo my 2 favorite players of all time enjoy it jr you most certainly deserve it now lets get mogilny in

[@velvetshark1]

Wonderful moving speech.

[@knuckles3007]

My favorite player of all time, I wish my boys could have seen him play.

[@joescott2968]

So awesome! Congratulations Jeremy!

[@michaelloud5206]

Went to school with Trevor in elementary school in Marshfield, Ma. He was quiet but a great kid, incredibly athletic.

[@elpusegato]

Best thing I've ever seen. God bless you JR

[@ivado4608]

Great player, Great speech!

[@codyh7826]

I’m not crying, you all are crying, absolute legend 🫡

[@samspade1841]

What a great speech. Much respect to JR!

[@stewarts8597]

It's about time. Congrats JR

[@ME-nv4iu]

wow just an unbelievable story. Congrats JR. i hated you as a leafs fan but you are an amazing human being. Media would love you in Toronto as well.

[@okbluejays2232]

Cold vibes his brother.. Cold vibes at end with wife

[@alexgrantham4747]

Seriously, what was that?