[44] In other games, Orr was outstanding, scoring his first career NHL hat trick on December 14 against Chicago, adding two assists for a five-point night. On December 4, 1966, Toronto Maple Leafs' defenceman Marcel Pronovost checked him into the boards, injuring Orr's knees for the first time in the NHL. [16] In the fall of 1961, the Bruins invested CA$1,000 (CA$9,019 in 2021 dollars[17]) to sponsor his minor hockey team. Thats the Orr way, and for most of his life, thats been the only way. Shriner's Auditorium (954)986-0707. "[47] The game degenerated into a brawl after the score reached 100 for the Bruins. I wish I'd played longer, but I don't regret it." [143], Among other personal interests, Orr has a passion for fishing which he has had since childhood. The Adams family, which had owned the team since its founding in the 1920s, sold it to Storer Broadcasting. [29][7], At the time, it made Orr the highest-paid player in league history. Oshawa coach Bep Guidolin was fired for letting Orr play, while Blair left the organization of his own accord to join the expansion Minnesota North Stars. The march culminated on May 10, 1970, when he scored one of the most famous goals in hockey history and one that gave Boston its first Stanley Cup since 1941. He would race down the right wing with the puck and attempt to beat the opposing defenceman using his speed and strength. Bobby Orr, byname of Robert Gordon Orr, (born March 20, 1948, Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada), Canadian American professional ice hockey player who was the first defenseman to lead the National Hockey League (NHL) in scoring. When Bruins legend Bobby Orr endorsed Donald Trump for president, some people were disappointed. I don't think Doug agreed, but he accepted my decision." [5] Darren works as a player's agent at Orr Hockey Group. Orr also supported a lawsuit that challenged the NHL over its control of its pension plan. [141], Orr is also well known for his charitable works, although he kept mention of them out of the press. Bobby Orr - Public Speaking & Appearances - Speakerpedia, Discover & Follow a World of Compelling Voices Bobby Orr Stanley Cup-winning Hockey Player Born in Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada, Orr's ice hockey talents were evident at a very early age, and he was signed by Boston Bruins' scout Wren Blair at the age of twelve. His grandfather, Robert Orr, was a top-tier soccer pro player who emigrated from Ballymena, Northern Ireland[7] to Parry Sound early in the 20th century. [59], The 197273 saw upheaval at the Bruins. On this date, June 8, 1976, the Blackhawks made headlines, in English and French, throughout the United States, Canada and beyond, with a momentous free agent signing. The 72-year-old played almost all of his 12 seasons with the Bruins, winning two Stanley Cups, eight Norris Trophies and three Hart Trophies. "[73] According to a famous 1990 story in the Toronto Star by Ellie Tesher, Orr stated that Eagleson never told him of the offer, during negotiations or after. [48], In 196970, Orr almost doubled his scoring total from the previous season, to 120 points, six shy of the league record (which had been set by his teammate Phil Esposito the previous season), leading the league in scoring. [31], Orr joined the Bruins for the 196667 season, his first as a professional. Orr himself finished second in league scoring with 139 points (37 goals and 102 assists), thirteen points behind Esposito, while setting records that still stand for points in a season by a defenceman and for plus-minus (+124) by any position player. "[157] In 2012, he received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.[158]. It was around that time that an ad appeared in the Manchester (N.H.) Union-Leader. In 1976, Orr left Boston as a free agent to join the Black Hawks, but repeated injuries had effectively destroyed his left knee, and he retired in 1978 at age 30. Orr's participation was criticized as a conflict of interest while he was a player's agent and he stopped coaching in the series. [21] Orr scored 29 goals to set a junior record for goals by a defenceman and was named to the OHA's first All-Star team. [124] To prevent conflicts of interest, Orr sold an investment in the Lowell Lock Monsters minor pro hockey team[125] and cut his ties with a credit card firm that had a contract with the NHLPA. In addition to misleading his clients about contract terms, Eagleson fraudulently used NHLPA funds to enrich himself. Orr started in organized hockey at age eight. May 01 National Principals' Day 12:00 a.m. May 01 Education Week (May 1-5) 12:00 a.m. May 05 Cinco de Mayo 12:00 a.m. May 14 Mother's Day 12:00 a.m. Parent Engagement Series May 09, 2023 Victoria Day - schools closed May 22, 2023 School Cash Online Dates of Significance Parent Portal Report Bullying Now School Messenger Student Transportation Page Orr kicked Quinn and Quinn kicked Orr. [18] Orr explained that he signed with the Bruins because "they're a team of the future. "[122] The pension lawsuit was finally won by the players in 1994 after two courts ruled against the NHL. At the ceremony, the crowd at Boston Garden would not stop applauding and as a result, most of the evening's program had to be scrapped at the last second due to the constant cheering. "[13], Orr was noticed by the Boston Bruins in the spring of 1961, playing in a youth hockey tournament in Gananoque, Ontario. If he was caught up-ice and the other team had an odd-man rush, that's when you saw his truly great speed. Cherry, briefly his former coach in Boston, considers Orr the greatest hockey player who ever lived, noting that Orr was a complete all-around player who could skate, score, fight, and defend. [80] Years later, it emerged that Eagleson had very good relations with Black Hawks owner Bill Wirtz and NHL president John Ziegler that colluded to hold back salaries of certain players. [2] (US$66,814 in 2021 dollars[27]) The official signing ceremony was done on Emms' boat, the Barbara Lynn, where Eagleson and Emms had conferred during negotiations. Orr moved to Oshawa, where he started attending R. S. McLaughlin high school and boarded with a local family. To all of you, thank you very much from the bottom of my heart. Try a week on us. Speculation has ranged on an annual salary of US$25,000[2] to US$40,000 (US$208,795 to US$375,831 in 2021 dollars[27]) at a time when the typical maximum rookie salary was US$9,000. I thought I could get the next season in, but not much after that. On October 22, he scored his first NHL goal against the Montreal Canadiens. I was really trying to get the puck on net, and I did. [65] Orr used little to no tape on his stick. [49][50], Orr went on to lead the Bruins in a march through the 1970 playoffs scoring nine goals and 11 assists. How much did Bobby Orr weigh when playing? Its sad to see Bobby Orr fall prey to Trumpism. I didn't think it would be wise for him to be a player-owner. "[107], Former Montreal Canadiens goaltender Ken Dryden described of Orr: "When he began to move the sensation was unique: All the Canadiens began backpedalling in a small panic, like beachgoers sighting a coming monster wave. He scored 21 goals on the season, breaking the goal-scoring record for a defenceman, and totalled 64 points to set a new point-scoring record for one season for a defenceman. "The first time I saw Bobby he was 14 years old and we were at some kind of tryout camp," Sanderson said.. Some couldn't believe their eyes; sick as they were, they laughed in astonishment and delight. Most points in one NHL season by a defenceman (139; Most assists in one NHL season by a defenceman (102; Highest plus/minus in one NHL season (+124; Most assists in one NHL game by a defenceman (6; tied with, The only player to win four major NHL awards in one season (Hart, Norris, Art Ross, and Conn Smythe in. Bobby Orr is 6-0 (183 cm) tall. [7] He returned after the war to Parry Sound and Arva Steele, whom he had married before he left for war, and to a job in the CIL dynamite factory. First player to record 100 assists in a season (, Only defenceman to win the Art Ross Trophy as league leader in scoring (, Only player ever to win the Norris Trophy, Art Ross Trophy, Hart Trophy, and Conn Smythe Trophy in one season (, Second all-time in career plus-minus rating (+597; retired as the overall leader), Never finished a full season less than +30 since +/- became a statistic (beginning with the. It was a slap shot past Gump Worsley and the Boston Garden crowd gave Orr a standing ovation. Since then, Orrs appearances in public have been rare. For the sake of his legacy, which, fairly or not, took a major hit when he endorsed Trump, Bobby needs to set the record straight. [28] Orr would refuse to play with the Bruins and played for Canada's national team instead, like Carl Brewer. Orr feuded with Toronto rookie defenceman Pat Quinn that season. Orr had to sit out five games afterwards due to soreness in his left knee. [91] Orr was the eighth player to have the three-year period waived, the next two being Mario Lemieux (1997) and Wayne Gretzky (1999), after which the Hall decided that the waiting period would no longer be waived for any player except under "certain humanitarian circumstances". Bobby Orr was elected into the Hockey Hall of Fame as a Player in 1979. They're rebuilding and I want to be part of that building program. Orr also helped out Bruins trainer John (Frosty) Forristall, his roommate during his first years with the Bruins, who had just been fired from the Tampa Bay Lightning for alcoholism in 1994. Yeah, right. When camp ended and it came time to sign with the Bruins, a meeting with Bruins' owner Weston Adams went sour and Orr headed back to Parry Sound. [79], Orr later played a role in the exposure of Eagleson's misconduct over the years. In the off season, the ice surface hosts commercial trade shows and various events including indoor sports and concerts. May 14, 2020. But did he have a right to endorse a candidate? Courtesy PhotoThis photo is of Bobby Orr taken in a split second before the famous photo with him flying through the air by a St . [81] Eagleson, who had once said Orr was 'fixed for life', criticized Orr for 'living beyond his means' and ignoring his investment advice. I wouldn't have traded it for anything. It was around that time that an ad appeared in the Manchester (N.H.) Union-Leader in which Orr endorsed Donald Trumps bid for reelection as president of the United States. It was a hot talk-show topic. For other booking inquiries, please contact Nicole Mullen by email at [email protected] or at (877) 746-4466ext. [24] To promote the event, held in Toronto's Maple Leaf Gardens, the Generals had advertised it would be the last chance to see Orr in junior and were anxious for him to play. Great North Road America takes tremendous pride in offering only genuine Bobby Orr memorabilia. Orr, who was coached by Cherry with the. [130] As of 2010[update], Orr's teams have won most of the games, winning seven of the eleven times Orr has coached against Cherry. When Hap Emms, the general manager of the Bruins offered a US$5,000 (US$41,759 in 2021 dollars[27]) signing bonus and US$7,000 and US$8,000 (US$58,463 and US$65,014 in 2021 dollars[27]) for his first two years in the league, Eagleson countered with US$100,000 (US$835,179 in 2021 dollars[27]) for the two years. Orr entered the player agent business in 1996 and was the president of the Orr Hockey Group agency, until its acquisition by the Wasserman Media Group in 2018. [62] His left knee was used in a MasterCard commercial in 2008, his scar lines used in an animation connecting his many achievements to the year of the individual scar line. Some in the media have referred to Orr as a disgrace for his affirmation of Trump. His record for goals by a defenceman stood until Paul Coffey totalled 48 in 198586. In game five, Orr assisted on Boston's first goal with shorthanded rush, and scored the next two goals himself as the Bruins won 51. But, to say nothing? "[129], For a number of years, Orr has coached a team of top Canadian Hockey League junior players against a similar team coached by Don Cherry in the annual CHL Top Prospects Game. I didn't want to sit back. Id ask God to help, but hes been busy. [115] Orr moved back to the Boston area and formed Can-Am Enterprises with partners Tom Kelly and Paul Shanley, which built up a clientele of endorsements for Orr, including Baybank and Standard Brands. [8] Doug and Arva had five children together: Patricia, Ronnie, Bobby, Penny, and Doug Jr.[7] Bobby was born on March 20, 1948, at St. Joseph's Hospital, where his grandmother Elsie Orr was a nurse. [97] According to longtime Bruins coach and general manager Harry Sinden, "Bobby became a star in the NHL about the time they played the National Anthem for his first game with us". Orr, cut and bleeding, got up from the ice, pulled MacKenzie off Conacher and started punching Conacher. The next day, he underwent another surgical procedure on his knee. . [10], Bobby Orr displayed his hockey talents from an early age. Orr used his ice skating speed, scoring, and play-making abilities to revolutionize the position of defenceman. It was the start of the player's agent era in professional hockey. It will be a quiet Mother's Day for Bobby Orr and wife Peggy. [137] They have two sons, Darren and Brent. To this point of a Wednesday that none of us will ever forget (7 p.m. Eastern), theres been only crickets from the HallofFame defenseman. [8] Orr's father, Doug Orr, had once been a hockey prospect and was invited to join the Atlantic City Seagulls in 1942 but turned down the offer. In 1966, Orr joined the Boston Bruins, a team that had not won a Stanley Cup since 1941 and had not qualified for the playoffs since 1959. The second is the Bobby Orr Community Centre, a multi-purpose entertainment facility. Orr and his family returned to Boston where Orr went into business to rebuild his finances. Orr's rushing enabled him to be where the puck was, allowing him not only to score effectively but also to defend when necessary. The defenseman joined the Boston Bruins, a team that had been. [139] Orr's father Doug died in 2007. Orr scored 38 goals to increase his goal-scoring record and finished with 94 points to average two points per game for the Generals. [126] Curran and Orr along with partner Paul Krepelka incorporated the agency as Orr Hockey Group in February 2002. They became engaged on Christmas Day, 1972, and married in September 1973[136] at a 'secret' ceremony in Parry Sound. Cherry recalled Orr had refused to speak with the Bruins team president directly, allowing Eagleson to mislead or withhold enough details from Boston's offer. You had to be better than you'd ever been. But, its terribly nave to think that a voice such as Bobby Orrs does not resonate. As he had not signed to the Bruins, they threatened he would never play for Boston if he was held out. In 196869, Orr skipped the pre-season to rest the knee but was in uniform for the season's start. He again won the Hart and Norris trophies, helping the Bruins to a first-place finish in the East. It was 3-3 late in the . Birthday Parties Sign up for our newsletter [26], Eagleson was determined to get Orr a top salary. The ad, then, was guaranteed to raise eyebrows. "[73] On June 9, 1976, after Orr had signed with Chicago, Eagleson told The Globe and Mail that the Bruin offer was "a five-year offer for US$295,000 a year. The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame is an interactive sports heritage museum paying tribute to home-town hockey legend, Bobby Orr, and other exceptional athletes with connections to the West Parry Sound area.. [9] Doug Orr instead joined the Royal Canadian Navy, serving during the Second World War. The scary thing is there are tens of millions of other Americans that share his view. "[105], His right knee was basically undamaged during his career; his left knee looks like "a road map of downtown Boston" according to sportswriter Bob McKenzie. [19], Orr debuted in junior in the 196263 season for the new Generals in the new Metro Junior A League. Orr's contract was ending after the season, potentially making him a free agent. Boston teammate Johnny McKenzie flattened Conacher from behind and started punching Conacher. Bruins players Gerry Cheevers, Derek Sanderson and Johnny McKenzie joined the upstart World Hockey Association. [36] Orr won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the league's outstanding rookie and was named to the NHL's Second All-Star team. The Bruins' insurer would not insure a contract with Orr and doctors advised the Bruins that Orr would not be able to play much longer. Orr did not authorize a biography of himself until 2013, preferring not to be the centre of attention. [156], A bronze statue of Orr stands next to Boston's TD Garden, the Bruins' home arena. Although Orr played defence, McDonald encouraged Orr to use his talents as a stickhandler, skater, and scorer to make offensive rushes. Orr had his best season in 196566, his fourth season of junior. The autograph on the item of sports memorabilia accompanying this certificate is guaranteed by Great North Road America. He brought others with him; he wanted them involved. Very seldom did he not get back to have a hand in breaking up the play. At the time of his retirement, he was the leading defenceman in league history in goals, assists and points, tenth overall in assists and 19th in points. But, Bobby Orrs silence over todays revolt in Washington is deafening. November 1, 2020. [105] According to a 2009 Sports Illustrated article Orr has since had two knee replacement surgeries that have left him pain-free. That's what made him so different: It felt like a five-player stampede moving toward youand at his pace. When Quinn returned, the Boston fans showered garbage onto the ice. Orr and Eagleson whittled down a list of potential teams to St. Louis and Chicago. [35], For the season, Orr scored 13 goals and 28 assists, one of the best rookie seasons in NHL history to that point by a defenceman. As of 2021[update], Orr is the only defenceman in history to win the Art Ross Trophy as the league's leading scorer, which he also achieved a second time, in 197475. You didn't have to be genius to see that honest. However, attendance at Boston Garden increased by forty-one thousand fans. Organizers of the series convinced Orr to return to coaching in the series. The Dawson's Creek alum and her new boyfriend, musician Bobby Wooten III, made their public couple debut last night, attending . "[15] The Bruins immediately pursued Orr. [39] Orr did return to finish the season, but required an operation during the off-season to remove a bone chip. [2] He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for 12 seasons, the first 10 with the Boston Bruins, followed by two with the Chicago Black Hawks. [111] On another occasion in November 1967, Orr was clipped in the face by a stick from the Toronto Maple Leafs' Brian Conacher. The NHL had appealed the case to the Supreme Court of Canada which decided not to hear the case. [88] He scored his last NHL goal and point against Detroit on October 28, 1978, at Detroit's Olympia Stadium. [34], In that first season, Orr was challenged by the veterans, and he earned respect by defeating Montreal tough guy Ted Harris in his first NHL fight. [100], In contrast to the style of hanging-back defensive play common in the later 1950s and 1960s, Orr was known for his fluid skating and end-to-end rushing. Over the years, I used less and less until I was down to a single stripe. Beyond that, the signing became one of the most important in the history of professional hockey. "[56] By this time, Orr knew his left knee was deteriorating and he would not have many seasons left. And yet Orr, who turns 75 in March, was wildly received at Fenway Park when he was introduced. [122] Carl Brewer defended Orr in a letter to then-NHL president John Ziegler: "It is regrettable that the NHL and the member clubs would resort to such treatment of one of our game's icons, Bobby Orr. I watch him on tapes and it's just ridiculous how good he was compared to the guys he was playing against. Orr took Forristall into his home for a year until he died at the age of 51. [99], Orr inspired the game of hockey with his command of the two-way game. Given Trumps condemnation of NFL players who were taking a knee during the performance of the national anthem, it wasnt out of bounds to wonder if Belichick talked with his players about the letter. Apr 28, 2023 - Apr 30, 2023. Fourth in league history in career point-per-game average, all-time, (1.393) (highest among defencemen, minimum 500 career points). "[15], Blair was involved with a plan to start a new Oshawa Generals franchise in a new arena in Oshawa, Ontario. Orr aided the investigations that led to Eagleson's fraud convictions and disbarment. OHA first All-Star team 1964, 1965, 1966, Voted the greatest athlete in Boston history in the, Awarded the Lester B. Pearson Award in 1975, Voted the second greatest hockey player of all time by an expert committee in 1997 by, Named the top defenceman of all time in 2010 by. (Boston Globe) Legendary Bruins star Bobby Orr, now 65, reflects on life on and off the ice. For those who don't know the backstory, Orr has made only limited public appearances since October of 2020. As well, Orr's taxes were under review. Registration is free and easy! In accepting the award, Howell said he was glad to win when he did, predicting "Orr will own this trophy from now on. I think its imperative that Orr make some form of statement, either as a release through his company or via social media. The team finished with a 174310 record, leaving the Bruins in last place. Forristall's drinking put him on bad terms with his brother John, so he returned to Boston jobless and soon afterwards was diagnosed with brain cancer. Orr disassociated himself from Eagleson in 1980. Chicago offered a five-year guaranteed contract with the Black Hawks, and on June 8, 1976, he officially signed with the Black Hawks. By Bill Burt [email protected]. But for all of the superlatives heard in all of. As a lifelong fan, I consider that beyond disappointing. After all, Orr not only was the top defenceman in the game, but he was considered the best player ever to put on a pair of skates. He 'protected the puck', leading with his left knee, and holding his left arm up to fend off opponents. Former head coach Sinden returned to the club as the general manager. Bobby Orr is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. Celebrity endorsementsbought and paid for or freely offeredare like manna from heaven for marketers of any stripe. Prior to the season, Orr had injured his right knee during a charity game in Winnipeg during the summer requiring five weeks in a cast. "[108], Philadelphia Flyers' head coach Fred Shero commented after the 1974 Stanley Cup Finals: "They had Orr and he can do an awful lot. If there was a single boo, the sound of it didnt carry over to where I was sitting. Bobby Orr should be part of that, as was made evident by the roaring approval of 39,243 hockey fans on a balmy January afternoon at Fenway Park. Bobby Orr generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Thats not the Bobby Orr that I marveled at during his decadelong career in the NHL, or the man that has been so friendly and cooperative with me during and after my career as a hockey reporter at The FAN590. He won the league scoring title and the Art Ross Trophy for the second time. In the 197475 season, Orr broke his own previous record for goals by a defenceman, scoring 46 goals to go with 89 assists for his sixth straight 100-point season. [7] The bonus for signing was CA$10,000 (CA$89,057 in 2021 dollars[17]), a new car and the Bruins would pay to stucco the family home. Orr returned to the line-up on November 8, 1975, the day after the Bruins traded Esposito to the New York Rangers. Orr was carried out on a stretcher to the dressing room where he revived after the concussion. One doesnt have to dovetail with the other. Orr's 102 assists set a league record that would not be broken until Wayne Gretzky totalled 109 in 198081. 2/17/2023. St. Louis had been swept in its previous two Final appearances by Montreal. I also believe its his responsibility as a revered public figure to ensure that we know he understands the difference between a peaceful protest and a violent coup attempt. [118] In 1998, Eagleson was convicted of fraud, embezzlement and racketeering. His season was over after ten games and he would not play again for the Bruins. To celebrate Bobby's 50th anniversary of his signing his first professional contract with the Boston Bruins, we have created 4 new products; a Limited Edition jersey of the first jersey Bobby wore in a regular season as a Bruin (Limited to 144); the stick he used in his first year as a Bruin (Limited to 144); a photo of Bobby wearing his first Orr returned for the third game against Toronto, getting two assists as the Bruins won their first games in Toronto since 1965. [30] Until that time, players had been forced to accept whatever NHL management paid in salaries. Bobby Orr, the incomparable . Park said "I saw no reason to be upset because I was rated second to Bobby Orr. In December, a Frank Mahovlich check caused a fracture of Orr's collar bone and a shoulder separation. [83], After Orr signed with Chicago, the Black Hawks gave him permission to play for Team Canada in the 1976 Canada Cup tournament. But in Game 4, on the Bruins' ice, the Blues displayed some resilience. More than 42 years after he last skated in the National Hockey League, Orr is still among the mostrecognizable sports figures on the planet. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Bobby Orr weighed 197 lbs (89 kg) when playing. A number of years ago, celebrated author Margaret Atwood got a lot of media coverage when she volunteered her opinion about one way streets in downtown Toronto and their impact on the urban fabric. "[71] According to the Bruins public relations director Nate Greenberg "one of my toughest jobs in the day was trying to get Orr to come out of the trainer's room to talk to the press. [10] Bobby was a sick baby at birth and his survival was tenuous. I cant believe Orr would risk losing his reputation amongst so many for Donald Trump. Hes got to speak up. In fact, there are only eight other seasons in history of defencemen scoring 100 points or more (Paul Coffey with five, Denis Potvin, Al MacInnis and Brian Leetch, with one each). Sure Shot Promotions Private Signing - Don Marcotte. Patriots coach Bill Belichick apparently wrote a letter in support of Trump during the run-up to the 2016 election that the GOP nominee read aloud at a New Hampshire campaign rally. But thats a discussion for another forum. I see your point. Orr's play in Ontario provincial competition attracted the notice of NHL scouts as early as age twelve. [117] Orr was one of several players who filed a formal complaint of legal misconduct against Eagleson with the Law Society of Upper Canada over Eagleson's lending of trust monies without the consent or knowledge of his clients. [53], For the season, the Bruins gave Orr a solid gold puck, one of four they gave out to Bruins players to each of the four Bruins who scored over 100 points that season Esposito, Orr, Johnny Bucyk and Ken Hodge. The Bobby Orr Community Centre is a fully accessible community centre, boasting an ice surface, a hall, and a meeting room. Eagleson was quoted at the time as saying, "There is only one way that Bobby Orr will ever be back with the Bruins, and that's if Jeremy Jacobs asks him for another meeting and straightens out the whole situation. Pardon the junior-high civics lesson, but its bad form to be condemning people who support a candidate who is not your candidate. [110], Orr was also known for his mean streak. Canadian former professional ice hockey player. Hockey legend Bobby Orr appeared on Boston radio station WEEI on Thursday and didn't mince words with his reaction to the recent firing of Don Cherry. "[86] According to teammate Darryl Sittler, "Bobby Orr was better on one leg, than anybody else was on two."[32]. Preview of the next 30 Autograph Signings - Search by your State! [120], Orr was also involved in the 1991 lawsuit of retired NHL players against the NHL over its control of the players' pension fund. His coach, former NHL player Bucko McDonald, moved Orr to defence. He is also a wonderful, charitable person that has always treated me first class. If it had gone by me, it's a two-on-one, so I got a little lucky there, but Derek gave me a great pass and when I got the pass I was moving across. Bobby Orr, 29 years old, is sitting out this season, resting his left knee, a left knee that has felt the surgeon's blade six times now. I knew, looking at that team, I wouldn't have to do as much. The 197576 season was Orr's final season with the Bruins and it was tumultuous.