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Celebrity Guests
A Few of our 2025 Celebrity Guests
Rick Vaive - Ambassador
Rick Vaive is a former professional ice hockey player and one of the most iconic figures in Toronto Maple Leafs history. Known for his goal-scoring prowess and leadership on the ice, Vaive played 15 seasons in the NHL, primarily with the Leafs, but also with the Vancouver Canucks and Buffalo Sabres. He made his mark as a dynamic winger, finishing his career with over 400 goals and 700 points.
Vaive’s time with the Maple Leafs was particularly memorable, as he became the first player in franchise history to score 50 goals in a season, achieving this milestone three times (1982, 1983, 1984). His consistent offensive output earned him a reputation as one of the league’s top goal scorers during the 1980s. Additionally, Vaive served as the captain of the Leafs from 1982 to 1986, showcasing his leadership both on and off the ice.
After retiring from playing, Rick Vaive continued to contribute to the hockey world through various roles, including coaching, community involvement, and mentoring young players. His impact on the sport, especially in Toronto, remains significant, as he remains an active member of the Maple Leafs Alumni and is involved in charitable initiatives within the community.
Vaive’s time with the Maple Leafs was particularly memorable, as he became the first player in franchise history to score 50 goals in a season, achieving this milestone three times (1982, 1983, 1984). His consistent offensive output earned him a reputation as one of the league’s top goal scorers during the 1980s. Additionally, Vaive served as the captain of the Leafs from 1982 to 1986, showcasing his leadership both on and off the ice.
After retiring from playing, Rick Vaive continued to contribute to the hockey world through various roles, including coaching, community involvement, and mentoring young players. His impact on the sport, especially in Toronto, remains significant, as he remains an active member of the Maple Leafs Alumni and is involved in charitable initiatives within the community.
Mike Gartner
Mike Gartner is a Hall of Fame NHL right winger known for his exceptional speed and scoring consistency. Over 19 seasons in the National Hockey League, he recorded 708 goals and 1,335 points, including 15 straight 30-goal seasons. A 7-time All-Star and inductee of the Hockey Hall of Fame, he remains one of the league’s all-time great scorers.
Victoria Bach
Victoria Bach is a highly accomplished Canadian ice hockey player, renowned for her offensive prowess and playmaking abilities. A key forward for Team Canada, Bach has represented her country in multiple international competitions, winning gold at the 2021 IIHF Women's World Championship and earning several other podium finishes. In addition to her international success, she has been a standout player in the Canadian Women's Hockey League (CWHL) and the Premier Hockey Federation (PHF), where her skill and leadership have made her one of the top scorers. Bach’s dedication to the game and her remarkable talent continue to make her a major influence in women’s hockey.
Jamie Lee Rattray
Jamie Lee Rattray is a highly skilled Canadian ice hockey player known for her exceptional scoring ability and all-around play. A key forward for Team Canada, Rattray has earned multiple international accolades, including gold medals at the IIHF Women's World Championships and the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. Throughout her career, she has been a standout player in both the Canadian Women's Hockey League (CWHL) and the Premier Hockey Federation (PHF), showcasing her offensive talent and leadership on the ice. Rattray’s consistent performance and dedication to the sport have made her one of the top players in women’s hockey.
Adam Graves
Adam Graves is a legendary Canadian-American former professional ice hockey player, widely regarded for his goal-scoring prowess and leadership on the ice. A key figure for the New York Rangers, Graves played an integral role in their 1994 Stanley Cup victory, contributing both offensively and as a team leader. Throughout his career, he scored over 400 goals and earned numerous accolades, including the prestigious Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy for perseverance and sportsmanship. Graves was also known for his community involvement and charitable work, making a lasting impact both on and off the ice. His contributions to the Rangers and the sport of hockey have solidified his place as one of the game’s greats.
Ron MacLean
Ron MacLean is a Canadian sportscaster best known as the longtime host of "Hockey Night in Canada" and "Coach's Corner" alongside Don Cherry. With a career spanning decades, MacLean is celebrated for his deep knowledge of hockey, quick wit, and smooth broadcasting style. He's also known for hosting "Rogers Hometown Hockey", highlighting local hockey stories across Canada. Beyond sports, MacLean is a respected figure for his advocacy in community and youth sports programs.
Peter Ing
Peter Ing is a former professional ice hockey goaltender and entrepreneur. Drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 1988 NHL Entry Draft, Ing played in the NHL with the Leafs, Edmonton Oilers, and Detroit Red Wings between 1989 and 1994. Known for his agility and competitive spirit, he earned recognition as one of the few players of Chinese descent in the NHL.
After retiring from professional hockey, Peter transitioned into a successful career in the gaming and sports industries. He’s worked in roles related to slot marketing, hockey training equipment, and leadership positions at companies like Fan-tastic Sports and XHockeyProducts.
Peter remains an active member of the Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni Association and continues to inspire the next generation of hockey players through his innovative ventures.
After retiring from professional hockey, Peter transitioned into a successful career in the gaming and sports industries. He’s worked in roles related to slot marketing, hockey training equipment, and leadership positions at companies like Fan-tastic Sports and XHockeyProducts.
Peter remains an active member of the Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni Association and continues to inspire the next generation of hockey players through his innovative ventures.
Mark Napier
Mark Napier is a retired professional ice hockey player and a former NHL forward. Known for his speed and scoring ability, Napier played 14 seasons in the NHL with the Montreal Canadiens, Minnesota North Stars, and Buffalo Sabres from 1978 to 1992. He was part of the Canadiens' Stanley Cup-winning teams in 1986 and 1993, contributing significantly to their success during his time in Montreal.
After retiring from professional hockey, Mark Napier transitioned into a career in business, focusing on community outreach, coaching, and working with various charitable organizations. He has also served as a mentor to young hockey players and remains actively involved in the Montreal Canadiens Alumni Association.
A passionate advocate for the sport and its growth, Napier continues to impact the hockey world off the ice with his commitment to developing future talent and fostering a love for the game.
After retiring from professional hockey, Mark Napier transitioned into a career in business, focusing on community outreach, coaching, and working with various charitable organizations. He has also served as a mentor to young hockey players and remains actively involved in the Montreal Canadiens Alumni Association.
A passionate advocate for the sport and its growth, Napier continues to impact the hockey world off the ice with his commitment to developing future talent and fostering a love for the game.
Dennis Maruk
Dennis Maruk is a former professional ice hockey player who played 14 seasons in the NHL, known for his exceptional scoring ability and playmaking skills. Maruk played for the California Golden Seals, Cleveland Barons, Washington Capitals, and Toronto Maple Leafs from 1975 to 1989. He is best remembered for his outstanding seasons with the Washington Capitals, where he scored 60 goals in 1981-82 and finished with over 1,000 career points.
A dynamic forward with incredible vision, Maruk was one of the NHL's most consistent players during the 1980s. Despite playing much of his career on non-contending teams, his remarkable skill and leadership earned him respect across the league.
After retiring from professional hockey, Maruk has remained involved in the sport, participating in alumni events and mentoring young players. He also works in various charitable activities and community outreach programs, continuing to make an impact off the ice.
A dynamic forward with incredible vision, Maruk was one of the NHL's most consistent players during the 1980s. Despite playing much of his career on non-contending teams, his remarkable skill and leadership earned him respect across the league.
After retiring from professional hockey, Maruk has remained involved in the sport, participating in alumni events and mentoring young players. He also works in various charitable activities and community outreach programs, continuing to make an impact off the ice.
Doug Favell
Doug Favell is a former professional ice hockey goaltender who played 11 seasons in the NHL during the 1960s and 1970s. Known for his quick reflexes and unorthodox style, Favell played for the Philadelphia Flyers, Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Quebec Nordiques. He was a key figure in the early years of the Flyers, helping them establish their identity as a tough, competitive team.
Favell is perhaps best known for his time with the Flyers, where he contributed to the team’s early successes, including being part of the Flyers' 1967-68 expansion team. His strong performances in goal were integral in the Flyers' rise to prominence in the NHL.
After retiring from hockey, Doug Favell transitioned into business, with a focus on real estate and hockey-related ventures. He remains actively involved in alumni events and continues to contribute to the legacy of the Flyers and the sport of hockey.
Favell is perhaps best known for his time with the Flyers, where he contributed to the team’s early successes, including being part of the Flyers' 1967-68 expansion team. His strong performances in goal were integral in the Flyers' rise to prominence in the NHL.
After retiring from hockey, Doug Favell transitioned into business, with a focus on real estate and hockey-related ventures. He remains actively involved in alumni events and continues to contribute to the legacy of the Flyers and the sport of hockey.
Angela James
Angela James is widely regarded as one of the greatest female ice hockey players of all time. A trailblazer for women’s hockey, James played for the Canadian national women's hockey team and was a key figure in shaping the sport's growth globally. Over the course of her illustrious career, she won multiple World Championship gold medals and earned a reputation as a dynamic forward with incredible speed, skill, and goal-scoring ability.
James was part of the inaugural class inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2010, solidifying her place as a true legend of the game. Her contributions to women’s hockey went beyond her on-ice achievements, as she has also worked to elevate the profile of the sport for future generations of female players.
Throughout her career, she was an inspiration to countless young girls who dreamed of playing hockey at the highest level. Today, Angela James continues to be an influential advocate for women's hockey and works to create opportunities for the next wave of female athletes.
James was part of the inaugural class inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2010, solidifying her place as a true legend of the game. Her contributions to women’s hockey went beyond her on-ice achievements, as she has also worked to elevate the profile of the sport for future generations of female players.
Throughout her career, she was an inspiration to countless young girls who dreamed of playing hockey at the highest level. Today, Angela James continues to be an influential advocate for women's hockey and works to create opportunities for the next wave of female athletes.
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