WHAT A GREAT HONOR: St Louis Blues ICE hockey has revealed a world breaking statue of Brett Hull to mark his marvelous achievements unveiled in front of enterprise…see more

In a dazzling ceremony that combined heart, history, and hockey, the St. Louis Blues immortalized one of the greatest players to ever don their jersey by unveiling a monumental, record-setting statue of legendary right winger **Brett Hull**. Erected in front of the iconic **Enterprise Center**, the statue marks not just the achievements of a man, but the enduring legacy of a franchise transformed by his brilliance.

The sculpture, a 22-foot tall bronze colossus titled *”The Golden Shot,”* captures Hull mid-slapshot, his blade carving through the air, eyes locked in the kind of intensity that thrilled Blues fans for over a decade. The piece, designed by renowned sports sculptor Daniel Fornaciari, has already been confirmed by the **Guinness World Records** as the tallest statue ever erected for an ice hockey player—eclipsing Canada’s Wayne Gretzky monument by over four feet.

But more than just a feat of engineering and artistic ambition, the statue is a symbol of a city’s gratitude. And on this sun-soaked summer afternoon, that gratitude was on full display.

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### “A Moment We’ll Never Forget”

Thousands of fans flooded Clark Avenue, many donning Hull’s iconic #16 jersey. Banners waved in the breeze, drums pounded from local marching bands, and chants of “Hull! Hull! Hull!” echoed off the glass and steel of the Enterprise Center’s walls.

“This is a moment we’ll never forget,” said Blues President and CEO Chris Zimmerman as he stood at the podium beside the draped statue. “Brett Hull didn’t just play hockey—he redefined it in St. Louis. He gave us pride, goals, grit, and glory. And now, we give him this.”

Hull, now 61, emerged to thunderous applause, accompanied by his family and several Blues alumni. Dressed in a sharp navy suit with a crisp white shirt and Blues-blue tie, he wiped a tear from his eye as the tarp was lifted, revealing his towering bronze likeness to a roar of emotion from the crowd.

“This is surreal,” Hull began, his voice cracking with emotion. “I’ve been honored in many ways in my life, but to be immortalized in front of the building where I shared so many incredible memories… It’s beyond anything I could have dreamed.”

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### A Legacy Carved in Goals and Glory

Nicknamed *“The Golden Brett”* in homage to his father, Bobby Hull, Brett carved out a reputation that went well beyond his family name. His blistering slapshot, pinpoint accuracy, and unrelenting offensive presence led to some of the most explosive scoring years in NHL history.

Hull played for the St. Louis Blues from 1988 to 1998 and during that time became the face of the franchise. He scored an astonishing **527 goals in 744 games** for the Blues, including an NHL career-best **86 goals in the 1990–91 season**—a number only surpassed by Wayne Gretzky’s 92.

“That 1990-91 season? We’ll never see anything like it again,” said former Blues teammate and close friend Brendan Shanahan, who flew in from Toronto for the event. “Brett wasn’t just good—he was electric. Every time he touched the puck, you believed something magical was going to happen.”

Hull’s career accolades include two Stanley Cups (one with the Dallas Stars in 1999, and another with the Detroit Red Wings in 2002), over **700 career goals**, and an induction into the **Hockey Hall of Fame** in 2009.

But to Blues fans, Brett Hull was something even greater—he was their hero, their showman, their sharpshooter. The man who turned St. Louis into a true hockey town.

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### World-Breaking Artistry: The Statue’s Design

The statue, now certified as the world’s largest ice hockey player monument, took over two years to plan and construct. Fornaciari, who also created tributes for NHL greats such as Mario Lemieux and Jaromír Jágr, said this was his most ambitious project to date.

“We wanted to capture the essence of Hull’s game: power, precision, and personality,” said Fornaciari. “From the sweat on his brow to the arc of his stick, everything is frozen in that moment of potential energy—the instant before the puck explodes toward the net.”

The bronze sculpture stands on a granite pedestal etched with Hull’s career milestones, including his 500th and 600th goals, All-Star appearances, and notable quotes. One particularly poignant inscription reads:

> “Play the game like you love it. Score like you were born for it.”

In an innovative twist, the statue is also interactive. Fans can scan a QR code on the pedestal to access augmented reality experiences via their phones—allowing them to see famous Hull goals replayed in 3D, listen to his career highlights, and even take selfies that place them “on the ice” with the legend himself.

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### The Hull of Fame Plaza

The unveiling of the statue also marked the grand opening of the newly christened **Hull of Fame Plaza**—a dedicated space outside the Enterprise Center honoring the most impactful players in Blues history. The area includes plaques for Al MacInnis, Bernie Federko, Chris Pronger, and others, but Hull’s monument is the unmistakable centerpiece.

Mayor Tishaura Jones, who attended the ceremony, called the plaza “a vital cultural addition to downtown St. Louis.”

“This statue isn’t just for hockey fans,” she said. “It’s for everyone in St. Louis who understands dedication, resilience, and the power of believing in greatness.”

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### An Emotional Homecoming

Throughout the day, fans shared memories of their favorite Brett Hull moments—hat tricks against the Red Wings, overtime winners, and, of course, his infamous celebratory fist pumps.

“I remember skipping school just to catch him at a morning skate,” said 47-year-old Blues lifer Tony Mancuso. “Seeing him score that night was the greatest moment of my childhood. Now my kids get to grow up seeing this statue and knowing what greatness looks like.”

Hull closed his speech with a heartfelt tribute to the fans and the city he still calls home.

“You all made me feel like I belonged here the moment I arrived in 1988,” he said. “You cheered for every goal, forgave every miss, and lifted me up every single time I hit the ice. This statue isn’t just about me—it’s about us.”

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### What’s Next?

The St. Louis Blues announced that the statue unveiling is just the beginning of a year-long celebration marking the 30th anniversary of Hull’s unforgettable 1990-91 season. Events will include a limited-run documentary, “The Golden Era,” exclusive jersey reissues, and a Brett Hull Night game in November where the first 20,000 fans will receive miniature replicas of the statue.

As fans began to disperse, many lingered by the statue—taking photos, pointing out small details, and simply soaking in the moment.

It was more than a celebration. It was a homecoming, a thank you, and a promise all wrapped in bronze.

And as the sun set on St. Louis, the shadow of *The Golden Shot* stretched long across the pavement—a fitting metaphor for the impact of Brett Hull, whose legacy will cast its light over this city for generations to