On this day in Bruins History: A first for Bobby Orr
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Dorin Canaday
April 20, 2022 (12:43)
Bobby Orr is probably the most iconic NHL player to wear the Boston Bruins' jersey in franchise history.
Orr scored his first career NHL goal on October 23, 1966, in a 3-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens. He would have to wait over three and a half years to score his first playoff goal, which also came against the Montreal Canadiens.
On April 20th, 1969, Bobby Orr scored his first NHL playoff goal in a 3-2 win over the Canadiens in game 4 of their semi-final series.
He would go on to score 26 goals and add 66 assists in 74 playoff games over his illustrious career. Leading the Boston Bruins to Stanley Cup championships in 1970 and 1972.
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