Talked About Moments

Boston Bruins have many memorable and talked about moments, but certain moments are just worth always talking about, such as Bobby Orr's #4 famous "soaring" goal in 1972 during the Stanley Cup playoffs. Youngest player Tyler Seguin #19 scoring the first goal for the Bruins in the Stanley Cup playoffs in 2011. Nathan Horthan #18 pouring some of the famous "dirty water" of Boston in the Vancouver Canucks rink for good luck before game 7 of the playoffs in 2011. Lastly, actually being able to experience the B's winning the Stanley Cup in 2011.

Bruins Legends. Bobby Orr

The Boston Bruins may have had one of the most powerful and legendary roster of all time. From players such as Rockabye Ray Gariepy, Perk Galbraith, Art Chapman, and Jack McGill all made history with their reputation of being physical fighters, strong players on the ice. Players such as Art Jackson, Gordie Bruce, Dallas Smith, Don Cherry, Jack Portland, and Jim O'Neill all made the contribution of dedicating their lives to the team they loved. Then we have Red Beattie, Bob Armstrong, Bert McInenly, Peter McNab, Ricky Middleton, Sailor Herberts, and Woody Dumart who were known for their physical fights and outstanding speed, and incredible stick handling. Legends such as Smokey Harris, Dmitri Kvartalnov, Randy Burridge, Gerry Outellete, Dave Silk, Don Gallinger, and George Carroll were all famous for their game winning goals with moments left in a game, they are also known for "puck hogging". Last we have players like Mike Moffat, John Blue, Phil Esposito, Terry O'Reilly, and Ted Green who got nicknames after their powerful shots, tremendous amount of strength to hurt someone, and their drive to be the fastest one on the team. All of those players made history to not only for the Boston Bruins but the NHL. 

The year of 1970 the B's were filled with memorable moments, legendary players, and feelings that could never be forgotten. One player really made a difference in the Boston Bruins Generation and the NHL that year. Boston Bruins #4 was taken by player Bobby Orr who is still the second greatest player in the NHL history, Wayne Gretzky remains at first. Though Bobby Orr won the Stanley Cup for the Bruins in 1972, Orr gave himself the reputation of all Boston Bruins legends combined. Bobby Orr is considered the perfect hockey player in the NHL. His end to end rush were unheard of, and his slick passes and playmaking made him unstoppable on the ice. Bobby scored the NHL most famous playoff goal in hockey history with just 40 seconds left in an Over Time tied series game against the St. Louis Blues. Fans called him "Soaring Orr" after the winning goal because no player had ever scored while "soaring". For a defensemen, Bobby Orr remains lead scorer, and left people speechless when he finished his career with a total of 270 goals and 915 points in 675 games because for a defensemen those numbers are unreal.

Magic Words

As a child your parents teach you about the "magic words" which are "please" and "thank you". In hockey "magic words" have a completely different meaning. Hockey fans only want to hear "he shoots, he scores" and "SAVED!". The feeling of hearing those words are sensational, especially when you're team wins.

Brutal Loss

On April 25, 2012 the Boston Bruins played their last game of the Stanley Cup playoffs. With a tied 3-3 series with the Washington Capitals, game 7 proved that the Capitals were in it to win it. Though the game was intense and nerve-wracking, bits and parts of it were predictable. When the game tied 1-1 during the second period, it was obvious that the game was about to get serious. Burins goalie Tim Thomas who was MVP last season did play his best, but it was obvious that the Capitals were coming off too strong. Capitals goalie Braden Holtby impressed not only Boston fans but his own team as well, his saves were incredible. Holtby, only 22 years of age out-did himself. Even though it's sad to say good bye to the playoffs, Boston Bruins coach Claude Julien is ready for the next season with stronger and powerful tactics. They played a phenomenal season, and I'm sure that we're all ready to see what next season has in store to the Bears.

Bruins Fan-base

The Boston Bruins have a very large fan base especially in Boston. They have dedicated fans from all ages and race. From bad times to great times Boston Bruins fans are proud of their team no matter what. Boston fans are known for their riots and when their team wins, especially their Boston Bruins, you best believe that the riot is not only going to be hectic one but it'll be an experience of a life time. Winning the Stanley Cup in 2011 Bruins fans went wild, the riot lasted over 24 hours, and then set off again the day of the Boston Bruins Stanley Cup Championship Parade. The fans take the sport of hockey seriously and take their team even more seriously. Without a doubt, Boston Bruins are more than thankful to have dedicated fans like the ones that they have. 

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Sitting down with Washburn's Football player Cameron Brown talking about NHL.

The Rinks!

With a total of 82 games, the Bruins play not only at their home rink at the TD BankNorth Garden but they play at 29 other rinks. NHL is consisted of 30 teams and 30 hockey rinks which has many memorable moments for teams, fans, and NHL in general.

It's Playoffs

It's Play-offs. Hockey seasons biggest and most precious time, time when teams battle for what they have been striving to get, Lord Stanley's Cup. The top 8 teams from the eastern and western conference battle 3 rounds of 7 games fighting for the cup. The Bruins won the 2011 Stanley Cup. Receieving a reputation as an undefeated team due to goalie Tim Thomas #33 incredible saves. The B's were quick in the skates, cautions with the stick, but powerful shooting and excellent team work led them to the top. History was made on June 15, 2011 after the cup was awarded to the well deserved team Boston Bruins. Now that they have made the play-offs one again in 2012, can they maintain the cup at home? Happy Hockey Play-offs.

Blades and The Bear

 

Meet Blades, the official Boston Bruins mascot. He always seems to make people of all ages want more. Blades defines what a bear really is, feared, feisty, ferocious, and focused on the ice, of course. Off the ice he's the complete opposite. The bear is just a logo. The difference between blades and "the bear" is that the bear is out to get people at unexpected moments and mess around, while blades is in it for smile and excitement. The bear and Blades are a well fit for the Boston Bruins.

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Claude Julien

Boston Bruins 28th head coach Claude Julien was offered the position on June 21, 2008. Since Claude has taken over the Bruins, the team seems to improve tremendously each season. With a 12 year professional coaching skill Claude has managed win us the Stanley Cup, he has done a phenomenal job at training and making sure that the players are humbled and properly prepared to be thrown in the ice. From coaching IHL, CHL, AHL, and NHL Claude has definitely made a name for himself as a successful coach.

End of a Regular Season For The Bears

On April 7, 2012 the Boston Bruins played their last game of their regular season. The game against the Buffalo Sabers was not only a close game but it was also a game that made fans go wild. With a final score of 4-3 the Boston Bruins made a quick come back during the shoot out. Out of the 82 games played, winning 49, losing 29 and 4 over time loss, the Bruins came out with a total of 102 points making them first in the Northeast Division, second in the Eastern Conference, and fourth in the League. The Bruins are now on their way to face what we all call "Reality". This is when NHL Hockey games gets real intense. With an outstanding regular season out of the way, the 3 round of the 7 games are what really counts now. WE WANT THE CUP!


Here's a nice recap of the NHL Boston Bruins 2011-2012 regular season.

RULES!

Besides understanding the game of hockey, there are also a few things you need to know about the Boston Bruins. I'm putting a video up because you will get a better feel of the outcome if you don't comprehend the simple Bruins rule. Fans take the TD BankNorth Garden and the Bruins extremely seriously. A simple mess up and you may be dealing with Blades himself

Follow it and I'm sure you will fit right in.

Meet The Players

There are five positions in hockey

1. Center - which is a forward position whose primary zone of play is the middle of the ice.
2. Left Wing - Protects the defenseman, moves back on left side whenever puck changes position.
3. Right Wing - Protects the defenseman, moves back on right side whenever puck changes position.
4. Defense - One of the two players that are positioned further back on the ice than the forward.
5. Goalie - Protects the net.

CENTERS
NO.	NAME	AGE	HT	WT	SHOT	BIRTH PLACE	BIRTHDATE
37	Patrice Bergeron	26	6-2	194	R	Ancienne-Lorette, Quebec	7/24/85
11	Gregory Campbell	28	6-0	197	L	London, Ontario	12/17/83
23	Chris Kelly	31	6-0	198	L	Toronto, Ontario	11/11/80
46	David Krejci	25	6-0	178	R	Sternberk, Czechoslovakia	4/28/86
91	Marc Savard	34	5-10	191	L	Ottawa, Ontario	7/17/77
19	Tyler Seguin	20	6-1	186	R	Brampton, Ontario	1/31/92
LEFT WINGS
NO.	NAME	AGE	HT	WT	SHOT	BIRTH PLACE	BIRTHDATE
17	Milan Lucic	23	6-3	228	L	Vancouver, British Columbia	6/7/88
63	Brad Marchand	23	5-9	183	L	Halifax, Nova Scotia	5/11/88
20	Daniel Paille	27	6-1	200	L	Welland, Ontario	4/15/84
67	Benoit Pouliot	25	6-3	195	L	Alfred, Ontario	9/29/86
12	Brian Rolston	39	6-2	210	L	Flint, Michigan	2/21/73
RIGHT WINGS
NO.	NAME	AGE	HT	WT	SHOT	BIRTH PLACE	BIRTHDATE
38	Jordan Caron	21	6-3	204	L	Sayabec, Quebec	11/2/90
18	Nathan Horton	26	6-2	229	R	Welland, Ontario	5/29/85
49	Rich Peverley	29	6-0	195	R	Guelph, Ontario	7/8/82
22	Shawn Thornton	34	6-2	217	R	Oshawa, Ontario	7/23/77
DEFENSE
NO.	NAME	AGE	HT	WT	SHOT	BIRTH PLACE	BIRTHDATE
55	Johnny Boychuk	28	6-2	225	R	Edmonton, Alberta	1/19/84
33	Zdeno Chara	35	6-9	255	L	Trencin, Czechoslovakia	3/18/77
14	Joe Corvo	34	6-0	204	R	Oak Park, Illinois	6/20/77
21	Andrew Ference	33	5-11	189	L	Edmonton, Alberta	3/17/79
47	Torey Krug	20	5-9	180	L	Royal Oak, Michigan	4/12/91
54	Adam McQuaid	25	6-5	209	R	Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island	10/12/86
27	Mike Mottau	34	6-0	190	L	Quincy, Massachusetts	3/19/78
44	Dennis Seidenberg	30	6-1	210	L	Schwenningen, West Germany	7/18/81
6	Greg Zanon	31	5-11	202	L	Burnaby, British Columbia	6/5/80
GOALIES
NO.	NAME	AGE	HT	WT	SHOT	BIRTH PLACE	BIRTHDATE
35	Anton Khudobin	25	5-11	203	L	Ust-Kamenogorsk, USSR	5/7/86
40	Tuukka Rask	25	6-2	171	L	Savonlinna, Finland	3/10/87
30	Tim Thomas	37	5-11	208	L	Flint, Michigan	4/15/74
1	Marty Turco	36	5-11	184	L	Saul Ste. Marie, Ontario	8/13/75