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Predicting the Bruins’ Future Retired Numbers (Part Three)

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By: Nathan Anderson | Follow me on Twitter @nathandrsn

I’m back again for part three of this series, where I explore who could possibly have their uniform number raised to the rafters in the future. Will this be the final article in the series? I’m not sure, but in this article, I will cover the last of what I consider to be the “sure-fire” candidates … Keep Reading

Predicting the Bruins’ Future Retired Numbers (Part Two)

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By: Nathan Anderson | Follow me on Twitter @nathandrsn

Welcome back to this series of articles where I pick players that have played for the Bruins in the last ten to 15 years and decide if I think they should or could have their numbers retired someday. If you missed part one of this series, check that out before you read this oneKeep Reading

Boston vs. Carolina First Round Playoff Preview

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By: Ryan Duffy | Follow Me On Twitter @Rduffy26

It took 82 games, but the tables have finally set for the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs, with the Boston Bruins taking on the Carolina Hurricanes for the third time in four years. The two teams previously played in 2019 in the Eastern Conference Final and the 2020 Bubble in the … Keep Reading

This Day in Bruins History: Orr Wins Scoring Title

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By: Evan Michael | Follow me on Twitter @00EvanMichael

On this day in Bruins history, April 5th, 1970, defenseman Bobby Orr records a lone assist in the B’s 3-1 win over the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs at the Boston Garden, ending the regular season with 120 points (33 goals, 87 assists).

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Bruins’ Third Line: A Force to be Reckoned With

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By: Ryan Duffy | Follow Me On Twitter @Rduffy26

The Boston Bruins have found a versatile combination for the third line after beginning the 2021-22 season with uncertainty surrounding what personnel should play on the bottom-six lines. Known as the “3-2-1 Contact” line, the Trent Frederic, Charlie Coyle, and Craig Smith combination has provided much-needed depth scoring and a … Keep Reading

This Day in Bruins History: Bobby Orr Gets 100 Points!

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By: Evan Michael | Follow me on Twitter @00EvanMichael

On this day in Bruins history, March 15th, 1970, the legendary Bobby Orr becomes the first defenseman in both team and NHL history to score 100 points in a single season.

His century-mark of points prolifically comes after scoring a shorthanded goal in helping the B’s tie the Detroit Red Wings 5-5 at the Boston Garden.

Here’s … Keep Reading

This Day in Bruins History: Jacques Plante “Ages” Into Record Books

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By: Evan Michael | Follow me on Twitter @00EvanMichael

On this day in Bruins history, March 4th, 1973, veteran NHL goaltender and Canadiens crease legend Jacques Plante planted himself between the pipes for the Boston Bruins for the first time.

And at age 44, he became the oldest B’s goalie to win a game and he did it in style by shutting out the Chicago Blackhawks 4-0 … Keep Reading

This Day in Bruins History: A “Trio” of Accomplishments!

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By: Evan Michael | Follow me on Twitter @00EvanMichael

On this day in Bruins history, February 25th, a trio of B’s scorers led the way in a trio of team accomplishments all falling on today’s calendar anniversary.

The most notable, perhaps, came in 1971 when Boston set the NHL record for the fastest three goals scored consecutively in any game — 20 seconds. The impressive feat was celebrated … Keep Reading

Today in Bruins History, February 12th, 1994: Cam Neely Gets 11th Career Hat Trick

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By: Jeff Playdon | Follow me on Twitter @PlaydonJeff

On a brisk February Night at the Old Boston Garden, the Boston Bruins would host Martin Brodeur and the New Jersey Devils. At the time, Boston was 27-18-10, while New Jersey had a similar record at 30-17-6. The night belonged to Bruins Legend Cam Neely, who incredibly scored his eleventh career har trick in a … Keep Reading

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