Category: Bobby Orr
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Samsonov, Murray, Amirov & Mete
Bobby OrrIn this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs’ News & Rumors, I’ll take a specific look at the injury status of the team’s top two goalies – Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov. Finally, I’ll share the news about Rodion Amirov, who’s back in Russia with his family undergoing further treatment for his brain tumou...
Read moreIslanders’ Denis Potvin: Overlooked Greatness
Paul CoffeyToday’s NHL fan does not recognize how masterful of a defender Denis Potvin was when he played. A 1991 inductee into the Hockey Hall of Fame, the Vanier, Ontario native…
Read moreToday in Hockey History: Sept. 12
Bobby OrrOn this date, one of the greatest National Hockey League defensemen ever made history, even though his playing days were over. Also, a very popular and successful captain announced his retirement while a regrettable contract was signed on Long Island. Watson scored 236 goals and 443 points in 809 c...
Read moreToday in Hockey History: Sept. 3
Boston BruinsThis date has been very important for Hall of Fame defensemen. One of the best of his generation learned he was switching teams and perhaps the greatest of all time…
Read moreTop defenseman in NHL in three seasons debated
Cale MakarNHL Network is spending the offseason presenting the best current NHL players at each position. On Sunday, the network's producers and analysts revealed their top 20 defensemen in a special program. To add to that conversation, we asked six NHL.com writers to pick the player they think will be the b...
Read moreToday in Hockey History: Aug. 26
Hockey Hall of FameAug. 26 is a date that is loaded with big names in NHL history. A legendary defenseman signed the biggest contract ever and one of the game’s greatest goalscorers called it a career. Orr Signs Mega Deal scored a league-record 139 points during the 1970-71 season and the Boston Bruins rewarded him h...
Read moreMcDonald played vital role in shaping Orr's career
New York RangersWilfred Kennedy "Bucko" McDonald was a robust defenseman who never met a hamburger or sirloin he didn't enjoy, his appetite a thing of legend. And in the early 1960s, he met a prime cut named Bobby Orr.
Read moreMakar gets love from Orr after winning 2022 Norris, Conn Smythe Trophies
Bobby OrrCale Makar is built different.Like Bobby Orr different.
Read moreOrr overtime goal for Bruins in 1970 tops in Stanley Cup Final games
Colorado AvalancheThe 2022 Stanley Cup Final between Tampa Bay Lightning and Colorado Avalanche starts Wednesday with Game 1 at Ball Arena in Denver (8 p.m. ET; ABC, ESPN+, SN, CBC, TVAS). To help fans gear up for the Final, NHL.com writers and editors voted for the 10 most iconic goals in Stanley Cup Final history.
Read moreRay Bourque – A Long Way to the Stanley Cup
Boston BruinsWhen talking about all-time greats in hockey, there are a few names that come to mind. Wayne Gretzky. Bobby Orr. Mario Lemieux. Among those greats, one defenseman had arguably the…
Read moreThe Highest Praise For Connor McDavid
Steve Drydenfrom Steve Dryden of TSN, Connor McDavid may or may not end up being the greatest player ever but it’s time to recognize this: he is undoubtedly the best player ever. Gordie Howe, Bobby Orr, Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux all won Stanley Cups, all took turns as hockey’s best player and all...
Read moreJosi leads 3 Stars of the Month for March
Bobby OrrNEW YORK - - Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi, Calgary Flames left wing Johnny Gaudreau and Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky have been named the NHL's "Three Stars" for the month of March.
Read moreNHL Short Notes
Maurice “Rocke* The Penguins put on a show with an 11-goal performance their fans hadn’t seen since the early 1990s – and that the NHL as a whole last witnessed in the early 2000s. * Roman Josi joined the likes of Bobby Orr and Paul Coffey on a pair of notable lists as the Predators climbed the Central Division...
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Roman Josi* Roman Josi recorded his fourth-consecutive game with three or more points – a feat only one other defenseman in NHL history has achieved: Bobby Orr (6 GP in 1970-71). * Sidney Crosby recorded his 87th career multi-goal game as the Coyotes became the 29th franchise he has recorded a multi-goal ou...
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