Top 10 Hockey Action Figures

Before video games and fantasy hockey let us take control of our favorite NHL teams and players, people were left with nothing but actions figures and their imagination to live out their hockey dreams. While the toy business may not hold the same popularity as it used to, I decided to take the time and look back at some of the greatest mini-men to ever grace department store shelves. Below, I have compiled the ten most memorable, interesting, and funny hockey-related toys in recent memory.

Enjoy the list!

10. Dion Phaneuf

One of the most realistic hockey figures on the market, this Dion Phaneuf figure by McFarlane Toys perfectly mimics Phaneuf’s on-ice play style - standing still and doing nothing.

Dion Phaneuf (Macfarlane Toys)

Dion Phaneuf (McFarlane Toys)

9. Roberto Luongo 

Although this Roberto Luongo action figure is a great item, its high price tag may make it hard to trade at toy conventions.

Roberto Luongo (McFarlane Toys)

8. Hockey Puck

It’s hard to find a toy that more exemplifies hockey than the lovable hockey puck from Disney’s “Toy Story”.

Hockey Puck (Disney)

7.  Martin St. Louis

Standing at 6 inches tall, this Martin St. Louis action figure by McFarlane Toys is about as close to a life-size hockey toy as you can get.

Martin St. Louis (McFarlane Toys)

6. Eric Lindros

This bobble head is a great representation of Eric Lindros’ entire career. It’s great for a while and then the head stops working.

Eric Lindros (Team Canada)

5. Wayne Gretzky

Wayne Gretzky’s status as an NHL legend was solidified when McFarlane Toys decided to commemorate his 18-game stint with the St. Louis Blues.

Wayne Gretzky (McFarlane Toys)

4. Wildwing

Armed with the mask of Drake DuCaine, Wildwing led a cartoon crime fighting group based on the NHL’s Mighty Ducks. Although the show was short lived, it made us all wonder what the NHL would be like if goalies were able to have “puck shooter” arm attachments.

Wildwing (Disney)

3. Don Cherry

Quite possibly the most profitable of all NHL toys, the Don Cherry action figure is poised to make millions if they ever decide to sell all of his famous suits separately. While it may fall more into the realm of Barbies, buying floral print suits for a 6 inch Don Cherry would be a joy for anyone.

Don Cherry (McFarlane Toys)

2. Ilya Kovalchuk

This action figure of Ilya Kovalchuk in an Atlanta Thrashers jersey is a great reminder of two things that no longer exist in the NHL.

Ilya Kovalchuk (McFarlane Toys)

1. Casey Jones

Armed with a hockey stick and vintage goalie mask, it’s fair to argue that TMNT’s Casey Jones may have been just as relevant as Wayne Gretzky to 8-year-old hockey fans in the 90′s. While Gretzky may be the “great one”, there isn’t one recorded incident of him ever having to battle members of the Foot Clan.

Casey Jones (Playmates Toys)

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About Jameson Cooper

An English major with a passion for pucks, Jameson has been covering the Florida Panthers for Panther Parkway since the 2012-2013 season. Through player interviews and discussions it's his goal to help bring players closer to their fans through interesting stories and personal pieces. With a unique brand of humor and insight, Jameson looks to provide hockey fans with articles that not only entertain, but also educate.

Posted on July 27, 2013, in NHL News and tagged , , , , , , , . Bookmark the permalink. 2 Comments.

  1. holy crap, as a canucks fan I applaud your guys’ humour. Our team is as tight assed about what gets published as it can get

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