The objective of the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame is to recognize and honour the achievements of Oshawa individuals and teams who have attained prominence and distinction in sports as well as those who have made a major contribution to the development of sport.
Located inside the Tribute Communities Centre, the Sports Hall of Fame plaques and citations are displayed on the main level walls. The 3600 square foot Museum housing artifacts, memorabilia and photographs is also located on this level at the west end behind Section 119. The new Museum location opened officially in the spring of 2008.
Year Inducted: 1995
Home Town: Kingston
More about Wayne Cashman:
Born in 1945 in Kingston, Ontario, Wayne played all of his minor hockey in his hometown and helped lead his midget team to an Ontario Championship.
At 15 Wayne moved to Oshawa where he played for the Generals from 1960 to 1964. During his years in Oshawa the Generals won an Ontario Championship, an Eastern Canada Championship and participated in a Memorial Cup.
From 1964 to 1983 Wayne played for the Boston Bruins, collecting 277 goals and 516 assists. He played on two Stanley Cup teams and served as captain of the Bruins from 1977 until 1983. Wayne, along with Phil Esposito and Ken Hodge, formed one of hockey's highest scoring lines.
In 1972 Wayne was a member of Team Canada in the historic series win over the Soviet Union.
Upon completion of his playing days, he became assistant coach with the New York Rangers and is now an assistant coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Wednesdays: 11am - 2pm
Also open during every Oshawa Generals home game
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