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Most popular Bruin of all time??


So me and my dad got into an interesting conversation a while back, and i figured i would pose it to you guys...   who is the most popular bruin of all time??

When you look at all of the guys who have put on a bruins uni over the history of the team, it is tough to pick one over the rest, however, i will narrow it down to just a few, and leave the option for other...

Bobby Orr - My vote goes to number 4. 264 goals, 624 assists, 888 points in a Bruins uniform... as a defenseman. One of the 3 best players in the history of hockey (I would say behind Howe and Gretzky). Brought the Bruins to new heights in the 70's. Was the back bone of the team throughout its most popular point in team history.

Terry O'reilly - 204-402-606 career totals. A lot of people overlooked O'reillys scoring ability because he was so known for his physical game. However, he put up very good numbers as a Bruin. And he was Boston. If you asked any Bruins fan in the 70's who they would be on the ice, it was O'reilly.

Johnny Bucyk - 545-794-1339 totals as a bruin. The chief did work. He remained as a Bruin forever it seemed. Set the club marks in points, which wasnt topped for about 20 years until ray bourque did it. still remains with the organization now as director of road services.

Cam Neely - 395-299-694 career totals. Was the prototypical Bruin. Was big, strong, physical, and could score. Would put the puck in the net then punch you in the face. What shows a spoked B like that. Even though his career was cut drastically short, he remains as a Bruin throughout, now working the front office.

Ray Bourque - What can you say about the Captain. 410-1169-1579 career totals. Holds the Bruins record for points. One of the classiest guys in Bruins history. When Espo's number was retired, you dont get any classier. And to speak to his popularity, he caused the entire city of Boston to be Avalanche fans when they won the cup. When a player causes fans to cheer for another team, thats popularity.

PJ Stock - Might be a dark horse here. Only played 2 and change seasons in boston, putting up 1-12-13 totals. However, go to a Bruins game and look aroud for a Stock jersey, I'm willing to bet youll see a few. A lot of true Bruins fans hold PJ very close to their heart. And look at the views of the fight between him and stephen peat on youtube.

PJ Axelsson - 103-184-287 career totals. heres another potential dark horse. didnt put up the best stats, only averaged a little over 9 goals a season, however, he always seemed to play his heart out, and Boston is a place that can truly appreciate that. Same deal as stock, go to a B's game and try to not see an Axelsson jersey. Guaranteed you will

Milt Schmidt - 229-346-575 career totals. However, his life as a Bruin goes way past his time on the ice. he has been a part of the Bruins organization for 75 years now. He is the definition of Bruin for life.

 

Those are the guys that stand out the most to me...  If there is anyone I have missed, comment and make a case for them. I will make a poll for this topic, vote away. And follow me on Twitter.com/bluengoldbomber

Poll
Who is the most popular Bruin of all time??
Bobby Orr
43 votes
Terry O'reilly
3 votes
Johnny Bucyk
0 votes
Cam Neely
5 votes
Ray Bourque
14 votes
PJ Stock
4 votes
PJ Axelsson
2 votes
Milt Schmidt
0 votes
Other
0 votes

71 votes | Poll has closed

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Voting for Orr, will vote for axelsson from a different IP/browser.

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by Cornelius Hardenbergh on Jan 7, 2010 6:48 AM EST reply actions  

That will probably be the only vote for PJ Ax.

I think it has to be Orr. He brought 2 Stanley Cups to this town and completely changed the way the game is played.

How does Eddie Shore not make the list….“Old-Time Hockey”

by Stanley Cup of Chowder on Jan 7, 2010 6:38 PM EST up reply actions  

actually, I didn’t do my second vote and there’s already one in there! Huzzah!

Eddie Shore, Frankie “Mr Zero” Brimsek, all those guys from the cup teams of 70ish years ago…

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by Cornelius Hardenbergh on Jan 7, 2010 11:56 PM EST up reply actions  

yeah i dropped the ball on eddie shore. my bad

by BlueNGoldBomber on Jan 8, 2010 12:26 AM EST reply actions  

Based on popularity alone and according to the regular-everyday-non-puck-head-from-out-of-town it has to be Orr. Then if you ask the casual Bruins fan of the last 25 years it’s going to be a toss up between Orr and Bourque. In the last ten years though, and mostly among real fans your gonna hear a ton of Stock and Lucic.

and what the hell is up with Axelsson not even making the Olympic team? I was hoping for a cameo in February.

by Kakabates on Jan 8, 2010 1:41 PM EST reply actions  

He’s taking too many penalties in the SEL probably. Dude leads the indians in PIMs.

Of course, he’s already got a gold medal.

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by Cornelius Hardenbergh on Jan 8, 2010 2:26 PM EST up reply actions  

It's a good question, but an eady answer. Has to be Orr.

Just listen to the ovations he gets when ever he’s introduced at an event or a game. We fans are lucky. The two best defensemen of all time in the same organization.

Now, a better poll would be, who was the best Bruin fighter of all time? Neely? Byers?

by eyebob on Jan 18, 2010 5:06 PM EST reply actions  

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