Dustin Brown To Enter US Hockey Hall Of Fame Tonight

Lots to discuss today, Insiders.

First things first though, a big night ahead for Dustin Brown.

Will have plenty to share after the induction ceremony, but tonight, Brown is in Boston to be inducted into the US Hockey Hall of Fame, during a ceremony at the Westin Copley Place Hotel. Brown joins Brian Burke, Katie King Crowley, Jamie Langenbrunner and Brian Murphy as a part of the Class of 2023, with ESPN’s Steve Levy serving as the event host for the evening.

Sharing a couple of articles on Brown, heading into the night –

Steve Drumwright, US Hockey Hall of Fame –

Nick Cotsonika, NHL.com

Harry Thompson, NYSAHA

Brown’s accomplishments as an LA King are widely known, and his place in Kings history was cemented forever in February, when his number 23 was retired by the organization, along with a statue out in front of Crypto.com Arena. More on a special night last season HERE.

On the international stage, Brown represented Team USA on several occasions, including twice at the Winter Olympics, winning a silver medal in 2010. While donning the red, white and blue, Brown also played in four IIHF World Championships, winning a bronze medal in 2004, as well as two World Junior Championships. Brown had two goals in his Olympic career and was an alternate captain as a part of the team’s leadership group. At the 2006 World Championships, Brown had five goals, tied for the fourth most at the tournament.

Another terrific honor for Brown this evening, the latest in a legacy that will live on for quite some time.

About the US Hockey Hall of Fame –

The U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame was established in 1973. Its goal is to preserve the rich history of the game in the United States, while recognizing the extraordinary contributions of select players, coaches, administrators, officials and teams.

The enshrined members consist of players, coaches, administrators, players/administrators, referees, physicians and teams. New members are inducted annually and must have made exceptional contributions to hockey in the United States during the course of their career.

The United States Hockey Hall of Fame Museum, the “National Shrine of American Hockey,” is dedicated to honoring these legends of the game and showcasing precious U.S. hockey memories. Opened in 1973 in Eveleth, Minnesota, the unique facility is driven by the mission to preserve and interpret America’s proud hockey heritage.

With the “Great Wall of Fame” displaying the inductee plaques, historical displays representing all levels of American hockey, video presentations, interactive experiences and traveling outreach programs, the true spirit and excitement of the sport is captured and the many traditions are proudly presented to hockey fans throughout the country.

Special night tonight for Brown, but business as usual for the Kings today. Team is getting on the ice here around 10 AM Pacific, 1 PM local in Montreal, with a few interesting storylines to follow. Practice report to come here later in the day, as the Kings prepare for tomorrow’s showdown with the Canadiens at the Centre Bell!