Seven things Bruins fans don't know about Bergeron

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Hunter Bowman
July 28, 2023 (9:49 PM)

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On July 25, 2023, Patrice Bergeron announced his retirement from the Boston Bruins, leaving behind an unmatched legacy in the club's history. As the team captain for three seasons, he holds the NHL record with six Frank J. Selke Trophy wins as the league's best defensive forward.

Here are seven fascinating statistics about this Bruins legend:

1. A Top Five Skater from the 2003 Entry Draft: Bergeron was selected 45th overall in the 2003 Entry Draft, and he ranks fifth in games played (1,294) and goals (427) among the draft class. He also holds the top spot in career plus/minus rating with +289.

2. He Enjoyed Playing Against Craig Anderson: Bergeron scored the most goals against netminder Craig Anderson among all rivals. During his 19-year career, he scored 15 goals against Anderson.

3. He Excelled Against the Senators, Struggled Against the Anaheim Ducks:
Bergeron's best performances were against the Ottawa Senators, with 29 goals and 40 assists in 80 games. However, he only scored seven points in 23 games against the Anaheim Ducks.

4. His Favorite Teammate Was Brad Marchand: Bergeron's chemistry with Brad Marchand was unparalleled. The duo combined for numerous goals and assists throughout their time together.

5. He Never Collected More Than 65 Points When Winning the Selke Trophy: Remarkably, during the six seasons he won the Selke Trophy, Bergeron never scored more than 65 points.

6. One of 20 Bruins' Skaters with Four Goals in a Game: Bergeron is among the 20 players in Bruins' history to score four goals in a game, accomplishing this feat twice.

7. One of 12 Players to Win the Same Award at Least Six Times:
With six Selke Trophy wins, Bergeron joins an elite group of 12 skaters who have won the same NHL award at least six times.

Bergeron's retirement marks the end of an era for Bruins fans, as they fondly remember his leadership and contributions to the team.

Although his future involvement with the Bruins is uncertain, his presence will always be cherished in the hearts of hockey enthusiasts at TD Garden.

Source: Thehockeywriters