Wes Goldie to Become First Aces Inductee into ECHL Hall of Fame
December 5, 2013 - ECHL (ECHL)
Alaska Aces News Release
ANCHORAGE, Alaska - The Alaska Aces, in conjunction with the ECHL, announced on Thursday that Wes Goldie, who suited up for the Aces as a forward from 2010-12, will be inducted as a member of the 2014 class of the ECHL Hall of Fame.
Goldie, who finished his career in an Aces uniform for his final two seasons, will be formally inducted with James Edwards, Al MacIsaac and John Spoltore as the seventh class of the ECHL Hall of Fame. The inductees will be introduced at a luncheon ceremony held in conjunction with 2014 ECHL Hockey Heritage Weekend presented by CCM in Anchorage, Alaska. The 2014 Hall of Fame luncheon, presented by BFL CANADA, is scheduled for Feb. 7, 2013 at Noon at the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa.
"This is certainly an outstanding class of inductees," said ECHL Commissioner Brian McKenna. "Wes Goldie as the all-time leading goal scorer in League history and John Spoltore, one of the greatest playmakers averaging almost two points-per-game over his career, represent two great ECHL players. After humble beginnings in the ECHL, Al MacIsaac's career achievements speak for themselves and Jim Edwards is honored for his hard work in guiding the League as Chairman during the formative years. We welcome all four for their unique contributions."
"Honoring Wes is a perfect fit for the festivities we have scheduled in Anchorage," said Aces managing member Terry Parks. "His exploits in Alaska over the final two seasons of his career were nothing short of brilliant. They were integral in the success of Aces hockey and in the structure of a bonafide Hall of Fame career. The Aces family is looking forward to recognizing Wes at the ECHL's Hockey Heritage Weekend and Hall of Fame induction ceremony."
Goldie is the ECHL's all-time leader in goals (370), breaking the previous mark of 368 held by 2009 Hall of Fame inductee Rod Taylor. Goldie ranks fourth in ECHL history with 697 games over the course of 11 seasons with Pee Dee, Victoria and Alaska. He broke Taylor's record on Mar. 24, 2012 at Ontario on a power play goal at 8:23 of the first period on Reign goaltender Chris Carrozzi.
He shares with Taylor the ECHL record for most 30-or-more goal seasons with eight and he shares the league mark for most consecutive 30-plus goal seasons (six) from 2006-12. Goldie had success in the Kelly Cup Playoffs, ranking fifth all-time in postseason games (84), third in goals (36) and fifth in points (78).
His best season, perhaps, came in 2010-11 in his first campaign with the Aces as he earned the league's Most Valuable Player award with 83 points (46g-37a) in 72 games while adding 14 points in 13 postseason contests. That season, he led the ECHL with 46 goals. The Aces, powered by his exploits, captured their second Kelly Cup title in team history.
Goldie buried 81 goals and captured 144 points and 38 multi point games in 142 career games in an Aces uniform. He added 22 points in 14 career Kelly Cup Playoff games in Anchorage.
Fans interested in attending the ECHL Hall of Fame ceremony may confirm group table reservations by contacting George Sandoval at the Aces office by calling (907) 258-2237. The Aces will host the Stockton Thunder for ECHL Hockey Heritage Weekend at Sullivan Arena, Feb. 7-8 at 7:15 p.m., which will also include the Hockey Hall of Fame display. Season tickets for the Aces 2013-14 season are on sale now. For more information, please contact the Aces at 907.258.2237 or by visiting their official Facebook page at www.facebook.com/alaskaaceshockey.
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