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18 Years Ago, Milan Lucic Sent Mike Van Ryn Through the Glass

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18 years ago today, on October 23, 2008, Milan Lucic delivered one of the most-replayed hits in modern National Hockey League (NHL) history. Just 20 seconds into the second period, Lucic sent Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Mike Van Ryn into the boards with enough force to shatter the glass above them. The impact sent … Keep Reading

Bruins History: Three Defensemen, Three Goals, and One Very Angry Conn Smythe

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On March 15, 1932, the Boston Bruins scored three goals in roughly two minutes. Every shot was legal, with no player interference, and the Toronto Maple Leafs were pissed. Goaltender Lorne Chabot had been sent to the penalty box for tripping Bruins forward Cooney Weiland, leaving Toronto in a bind. With … Keep Reading

Bruins History: Art Ross’s Impact on the Game

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Art Ross is best known for his time with the Boston Bruins and the National Hockey League (NHL) scoring trophy that carries his name. However, his contributions to hockey extend beyond his time as a coach and general manager. Ross also looked for ways to improve the game itself, including two pieces of … Keep Reading

The Boston Bruins vs. Sean Avery

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Sean Avery knew how to get under an opponent’s skin. Throughout his National Hockey League (NHL) career, the forward used trash talk, physical play, and on-ice confrontations to make life difficult for the players lined up against him. Standing 5-foot-10, Avery has said that being one of the league’s smaller players shaped his approach to … Keep Reading

Bruins History: The Hit That Led to an NHL Tradition

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On December 12, 1933, the Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs met at Boston Garden for their second matchup of the season. By the end of the night, Toronto forward Ace Bailey would be carried off the ice with a serious head injury that ended his playing career.

The incident happened … Keep Reading

Bruins Goaltenders: Tim Thomas Took a Different Approach

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Tim Thomas stopped all 37 shots he faced in Game 7 of the 2011 Stanley Cup Final, helping the Boston Bruins defeat the Vancouver Canucks 4-0 and win their first Stanley Cup in 39 years. Boston became the first team in National Hockey League (NHL) history to win the Stanley Cup after playing three … Keep Reading

Before the Zamboni, There Was the Bruins’ Ice Crew

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For many hockey fans, the Zamboni is almost as much a part of the game as the players themselves. When it comes onto the ice during an intermission, it often draws the attention of fans in the stands, especially younger ones who watch it circle the rink. Over the years, the … Keep Reading

Bruins Captaincy: No. 28 David Pastrňák

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David Pastrňák became the 28th captain in Boston Bruins history on September 27, 2026. Before receiving the C, Pastrňák had already spent 12 seasons in Boston, establishing himself as one of the team’s most productive scorers over his decade-plus with the team. His Bruins career began when he was an 18-year-old first-round … Keep Reading

September 26, 1995: The Last Hurrah

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31 years ago today, on September 26, 1995, the Boston Bruins played their final game at the Boston Garden. The Bruins had called the Garden home since 1928, and over those 67 years, they created some of their most memorable moments there. The Bruins won Stanley Cups there, Bobby Orr scored … Keep Reading

How Do You Win 65 Games? The Bruins Figured It Out

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The Boston Bruins won 65 games during the 2022-23 regular season. It was the most wins by a National Hockey League (NHL) team in a single season, and more than three years later, nobody has beaten it. Boston finished the season with a 65-12-5 record and 135 points. Before the Bruins reached 63 wins, the … Keep Reading

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