Bobby Orr Bobby Orr transformed the role of the defenseman with his speed, offensive flair, and two-way dominance in the late 1960s and 1970s. Playing for the Boston Bruins, he won eight consecutive Norris Trophies as best defenseman and three Hart Trophies as league MVP. Orr scored 91 points in 1969–70, becoming the first defenseman to lead the league in scoring. His famous flying goal in the 1970 Stanley Cup clincher symbolized his revolutionary style. Despite a career shortened by knee injuries, he led the Bruins to two championships and redefined how defensemen could impact the game offensively. Orr’s skating, puck-handling, and hockey IQ set a new standard. Though he retired at 30, his influence persists. He remains the benchmark for offensive defensemen and one of hockey’s most transformative figures.
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