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Ed Belfour

Ed Belfour is a Canadian former professional ice hockey goaltender best known for his NHL career with the Chicago Blackhawks, Dallas Stars, Toronto Maple Leafs, San Jose Sharks, and Florida Panthers.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ed Belfour is a Canadian former professional ice hockey goaltender, best known for his NHL career with the Chicago Blackhawks, Dallas Stars, Toronto Maple Leafs, San Jose Sharks, and Florida Panthers. He won the Coupe Stanley with Dallas in 1999 and was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2011, alongside contemporaries like Patrick Roy.

Early life and amateur career

Belfour was born in Carman, Manitoba, and played amateur hockey in Canada before joining the University of North Dakota. His early development included junior hockey with the Winkler Flyers, a region known for producing hockey personalities like Don Cherry.

NHL career

He began his NHL career with the Chicago Blackhawks and later played for San Jose, Dallas, Toronto, and Florida. His career included a Stanley Cup win, multiple all-star selections, and 484 regular-season victories.

Awards and honours

Belfour won the Calder Trophy as rookie of the year in 1991 and also captured the Vezina and Jennings trophies that season. He was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2011.

Later career and retirement

After leaving the NHL, Belfour played one final season with Leksands IF in Sweden and retired in 2008. His final NHL season was with the Florida Panthers in 2007.

Key facts

  • Belfour played 18 NHL seasons from 1988 to 2007.
  • He won the Calder Trophy, Vezina Trophy, and William M. Jennings Trophy in 1991.
  • He won the Stanley Cup with the Dallas Stars in 1999.
  • He finished his NHL career with 484 regular-season wins.
  • He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2011.
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Canadian context

Belfour is from Carman, Manitoba, and is one of Canada’s notable hockey goaltenders. He is also honoured in the Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame.[7][10]

Frequently asked questions

What is Ed Belfour known for?
He is known as one of the NHL’s top goaltenders, with 484 regular-season wins, a Stanley Cup championship, and Hockey Hall of Fame induction.
Which teams did Ed Belfour play for?
He played for the Chicago Blackhawks, San Jose Sharks, Dallas Stars, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Florida Panthers.
Did Ed Belfour win the Stanley Cup?
Yes. He won the Stanley Cup with the Dallas Stars in 1999.
When was Ed Belfour inducted into the Hall of Fame?
He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2011.
Where was Ed Belfour born?
He was born in Carman, Manitoba, Canada.

References

  1. Hockey-Reference — https://www.hockey-reference.com/players/b/belfoed01.html
    Supports: Career statistics, Stanley Cup, and Hockey Hall of Fame induction.
  2. Hockey Hall of Fame — https://www.hhof.com/induction_archives/ind11Belfour.shtml
    Supports: Hall of Fame induction, awards, and career overview.
  3. Hockey Hall of Fame — https://www.hockeyhalloffame.com/inductees/ed-belfour
    Supports: Career summary and honours.
  4. Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame — https://mbhockeyhalloffame.ca/people/ed-belfour/
    Supports: Birthplace, Canadian background, and career highlights.
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/stats/_/id/56/ed-belfour
    Supports: Birthplace, position, and player profile.
  6. University of North Dakota Athletics — https://fightinghawks.com/news/2011/11/14/205333561
    Supports: University career, wins total, and Hall of Fame induction.