Former Maple Leafs GM Brian Burke Delivers His Hockey Hall Of Fame Speech

Nov 10, 2026 3:47 AMPublished Nov 10, 2026 3:47 AM

What do you remember most looking back at Brian Burke's legendary career?

Brian Burke began his NHL management career in 1987 as Vice President and Director of Hockey Operations for the Vancouver Canucks. In 1992, Brian moved to the Hartford Whalers as General Manager before moving to the NHL Head Office as SVP and Director of Hockey Operations in 1993. In 1998, he was named President and GM of the Vancouver Canucks. In 2005, Brian became EVP of the Anaheim Mighty Ducks and led the team to a Stanley Cup win in 2007. Burke later assumed team President roles with the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Calgary Flames and the Pittsburgh Penguins.

www.tsn.ca - TSNBrian Burke began his NHL management career in 1987 as Vice President and Director of Hockey Operations for the Vancouver Canucks. In 1992, Brian moved to the Hartford Whalers as General Manager before moving to the NHL Head Office as SVP and Director of Hockey Operations in 1993. In 1998, he was named President and GM of the Vancouver Canucks. In 2005, Brian became EVP of the Anaheim Mighty Ducks and led the team to a Stanley Cup win in 2007. Burke later assumed team President roles with the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Calgary Flames and the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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