Absolutely, his composure was incredible-no flashy celebrations, just pure focus on the game. And yeah, winning the 1976 Canada Cup MVP on one leg? That’s legendary!
Absolutely, Bobby Orr set the standard for everything-his skating, his scoring, and his humility. He was the complete package, and still inspires so many of us today. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I’ve met Mr. Orr twice. Skated with him at the gardens. His demeanour, and humble nature is very real. Many brats like Chris pronger, could learn much from this man. He was the very essence of a gentleman in public and appeared almost embarrassed about much of his success. Truly a man among men!
Ranger fan and never had any use for him until an interview with Michael Kaye. He came off as such a likeable guy you just had to like him. He had me when he talked about letting young kids play and parents staying in their place. Good guy.
@@DashMaverick456 it’s lends credence to the fact that there are way too many grifting poser channels on UA-cam that are simply put up to make a few bucks ( likely from a third world country ) and that’s it. If a “ content creator “ for a channel truly doesn’t know the sport deeply then why should his fake be any more relevant than the millions of other poser channels? Guys who are true fans - showing true knowledge and not just something repeated off wiki or the stat sheet - easily shine versus these. Cheers.
@@sergiocalcio9481 Its worse than that even. The voice is AI generated. That was funny what you said about it being from a 3rd world country. From the standpoint of democracy, the USA is now considered no better than a Banana Republic in the country I am from. And this is before Trump makes Alex Jones his Secretary of Propaganda.
As coach Don Cherry said many times, "there were great players, all star players, high scorers, great defensive stars........and then there was Bobby Orr"! Just incomparable!
Living in Boston, I had the privilege of watching the Legendary Bobby Orr. He was so fast and so talented that he skated circles around his opponents! He was the greatest hockey player of all time, and it's not even close! I have watched hockey stars since the 60s until now! He was a player way ahead of his time! He was better than any of the Montreal Canadiens during their prime, Wayne Greksy, Bossy, or anyone else. Knee injuries cut his career short. Opposing players would go for his knees. That was the only way to stop him! Bobby Orr is the GOAT of hockey, and it's not even close!
Thanks so much! I totally agree-Bobby Orr's all-around game was unmatched, and his humility off the ice makes him even more legendary. Appreciate the comment!"
@@bbb462cid Thanks for the like and the feedback! I see where you're coming from-Bobby Orr truly was the best, and it's hard to argue with that. Just trying to keep the conversation balanced, but no doubt, Orr is a legend! Appreciate your thoughts!
Yeah, it’s heartbreaking. Orr’s career was cut way too short, but his impact on the game will never be forgotten. It’s incredible to think of what more he could’ve accomplished if injuries hadn’t held him back.
Exactly! Orr’s focus and professionalism were second to none. Even when most players would’ve been sidelined, he pushed through and still made history. It’s that kind of determination that makes him unforgettable!
You missed the biggest tragedy of his career! Alan Eagleson totally screwed Bobby when he manufactured a feud between the Bruins team and Bobbly in order to profit by Orr signing with Chicago. In reality the Bruins ownership was trying to offer Bobby a piece of the team to stay in Boston! Orr refused to talk to them because Eagleson had convinced him they were trying lowball him. Orr hated Eagleson who went to prison for defrauding the players union until his death and probably then some. He could have still owned a % of the Bruins today!!
You're absolutely right, that was a huge tragedy in Bobby’s career. Eagleson’s manipulation had a lasting impact on Orr’s future, and it's heartbreaking to think about what could’ve been if the situation had been handled differently. Orr could have been a part of the Bruins’ legacy for even longer, but sadly, Eagleson’s greed got in the way. Thanks for sharing this important perspective-it's a piece of Orr's story that deserves more attention.
The Bruins DID NOT secretly fund the Oshawa Generals. They sponsered the Gens. In those days all 6 NHL teams sponsered junior teams and there was no draft.
You're absolutely right, thanks for pointing that out! The Bruins didn’t secretly fund the Oshawa Generals-they sponsored them, as did other teams back then. The whole system was definitely different before the draft was introduced. Appreciate the clarification!
great vid. thanks for the memories. i'm 59 years old now, my very first year watching NHL hockey was 1970 and i grew up in Worcester Mass. Truth is however that even though Bobby Orr is the greatest player to ever lace up skates he wasn't the one to impress me the most on that team. that belongs to Gil Gilbert and Gerry Cheevers. it's a goalie thing. don't try to figure it out.
Great point! Doug Harvey was definitely a huge influence on Orr’s game-his skill and vision as a defenseman were unmatched, and Orr took that to a whole new level.
Part of the reason for Orr's short career is that he (like many other athletes of that era) played through everything. He would play sick or injured. As long as he could walk he played. How long would he have played if he'd learned to take a game off to recover?
That’s such a great point. Orr’s mentality of playing through injuries and pain was a big reason for his shortened career. If he had the recovery mindset that players do today, who knows how much longer he could’ve played at that elite level? It’s a real 'what could have been' situation
thanks for sharing your thoughts! I definitely hear you about the errors, and I'm working to make sure the next videos are much more polished. Orr’s greatness is undeniable, and it’s always a fun debate when comparing him to other legends like Gretzky.
You're absolutely right-Orr was far from undersized. He was playing against older, stronger players and still dominated, which makes his achievements even more impressive.
Some day, just like Milt, we will lose Bobby and I don't even want to think about it. Hockey is merely one facet of his remarkable life. We should all have a son or father or friend or brother like Bobby Orr. What he did for Frosty was simply above and beyond and it's not out of character for Bobby to behave that way. Love ya Bobby.
Such a beautiful and heartfelt comment. Bobby Orr’s impact goes far beyond hockey-his kindness and character make him a true role model. What he did for Frosty shows just the kind of person he is, and we’re all lucky to witness his legacy both on and off the ice. We can only hope to be as selfless and compassionate as Bobby. Truly a legend in every sense. Love ya, Bobby
What are you talking about? Gretz has the record for records - seriously the best player ever seen. He would lose ten pounds per game-never even close to been seen.
A sweep of Blues and a celebratory trip are not things that “changed hockey” at all. Misplaced and false hyperbole, diminishes what Orr did in truly changing the game by redefining what a defenseman could do.
This video doesn't really match up with the title and description. Where was the part about his mechanics, his training methods, or the footage of how he used it? And you pronounce Johnny Bucyk, Byoo-sek, not Boo-sek.
You missed the biggest issue of Bobby’s career. How his manager stole a majority of his salary. Left Bobby nearly stone broke. A huge factor you left out of this attempt of a story.
You're right, I missed a huge part of Bobby's story. His manager, Eagleson, really took advantage of him and cost Bobby a lot, both financially and emotionally. It’s heartbreaking to think about how he was left in such a tough spot after everything he gave to the game. Thanks for bringing it up
The body flaw that Orr had(knees) had more to to with the medical butchers of the day than any specific physical problem he had. Cheap shot knuckle draggers deliberately taking him out we’re one of the reasons that made the enforcers/protectors appear.
I’m really sorry for the pronunciation mistakes! I completely understand how important it is to get names right. I’m actually in the process of replacing the voice-over artist to ensure better accuracy going forward. I’ll be more careful with these details in future videos. Thanks for your patience, and again, my apologies for the errors!
His skating was too good for the many pylons in the NHL during that era. There were some real bad players back then that made it real easy for Orr to waltz around. Sure he had many great shifts versus the Habs but his weak defense was also exposed by the Habs.Orr pinched in a lot and carried it all the way in w/o caring much about defense. He would also take a lot of risks as the last man back and getting caught.However as stated there were so many players Orr could skate circles around his mistakes would go unnoticed unless he was playing versus the other top players. The Norris trophy has 90% of the time just gone to the highest scoring D man and that should NOT define the term "BEST". You can really see by a lot of highlights just how bad goalies were back then you can't get away with how Orr played anymore albeit Makar was trying it early season and at one point was like minus 9.
Great points! Orr’s skating was ahead of its time, and yeah, the competition back then wasn’t always on his level. He definitely took risks, especially offensively, which sometimes exposed him defensively. And you're right-awarding the Norris based mainly on points doesn’t always reflect the full picture of a defenseman’s value
Of course, Allen Eagleston, Orr's agent, proved to be a scumbag who robbed Orr and worse all the players who signed with him on Orr's recommendation. You don't say what the final deal with Chicago was, but Boston was offering Orr an absolutely unprecedented 20% ownersip stake in the team to stay, a deal never extended to any player before or since. Eagleston never told him, likely because Eagleston himself would make more money from the Chicago offer. Orr trusted Eagleston so implicitly, he refused to listen to a single word when GM Harry Sinden tried to tell him about Boston's phenominal offer.
Damn click bait. Really more a retrospective of Orr than about the "forgotten skill" of skating backwards (note: it isnt forgotten, just Orr did it the best, and also the fact that Gretzky couldnt skate backwards as well is kinda irrelevant as he was a forward, but anyway...)
So, what exactly was the forgotten skill? His +/-? That’s not really a skill, it’s a statistic but yes, in this statistic, no one, even Gretzky could touch him!
I'm not sure if it's because you (the narrator) are too young to know better, or just really not a hockey fan, but the way you mispronounced the names of such prominent players like Parent and Roy made me glad you didn't have to say Cournoyer or Byfuglien. 😅
Bruins were the toast of Boston.. BUT collectively, they had a rep for being a tad too fond of post game celebrations... Sure, their Habs nemesis was a factor... Still Orr and Espo led Bruins ought to have won more than 2 cups...
Love Bobby Orr. Stopped watching this vid because of the irritating narration. "He didn't just ...he ..." I quit after hearing that for the fourth time.
PEOPLE ARE REALLY ALL THAT STUPID ? YES BOBBY OR WAS A VERY GOOD PLAYER , HE WAS 18 WHEN SIGNED WITH BOSTON IN 1966. BUT WOULD BOBBY ORR BE THE STAND OUT INTO DAYS GAME LIKE HE WAS IN 1966. ABSOLUTELY NOT. HE WAS 18 A VERY GOOD SKATER BUT HE WAS PLAYING WITH GUYS IN THE NHL THAT WERE 35-44 YRS IN AGE. THEY DRANK AND SMOKED IN BETWEEN PERIODS. MANY OF THE 1973 FLYERS POURED JACK DENIALS OVER CHEERIOS IN BETWEEN PERIODS. THESE PLAYERS WERE IN TERRIBLE SHAPE COMPARED TO THE NHL PLAYERS OF TODAY. THIS IS THE MAIN REASON BOBBY WAS SO FAST IT WAS BECAUSE HE WAS ON AVERAGE 11 YEARS YOUNGER THAN MOST NHL PLAYERS. IT DON’T TAKE A ROCKET SCIENTIST TO FIGURE THIS OUT. IF ORR PLAYED TODAY AT 18 IN 2024 HE WOULD BE GOOD YES BUT NOT THE STAND OUT PLAYING WITH OUT OF SHAPE MEN 10-15 YRS OLDER. LOOK AT PAUL COFFEY MANY AGREE COFFEY HAS TWICE AS MANY INDIVIDUAL NHL RECORDS , MORE POINTS GOALS ASSISTS LISTEN ALL YOU MOR.NS ORR WAS VERY GOOD BUT THE REST OF THE LEAGUE EXCEPT FOR ABOUT 5% WERE OUT OF SHAPE MEN IN THERE MID 30’S ARE YOU REALLY ALL THAT STU.ID OR JUST BLIND. ORR WOULD NOT BE THE NUMBER 1 PLAYER IN THIS LEAGUE RIGHT NOW . McDAVID , McKINNON , MAKAR, CROSBY, ARE ALL WAY ABOVE ORR IN SKILLS EACH OF THEM . MAKAR IR RANKED RIGHT NOW AS THE SECOND BEST SKATER OF ALL TIME ONLY BEHIND COFFEY .
Orr’s skill set was ahead of its time, and his impact on the game would still make him a standout today. While Coffey had great stats, Orr revolutionized the defenseman role in a way no one else did. The era was different, but his talent transcends it.
Try number one... +124 in a single season tells you all you need to know about Orr's dominance.. Only D-man to ever lead the NHL in scoring... and Orr did it TWICE.... For the record... I'm old enough to have witnessed Orr's entire career, going back to his Jr days in Oshawa... I lived in Oshawa, for a time, growing up...
It is still amazing to see how he never ever over reacted to scoring a goal. He was MVP of the 1976 Canada Cup series on ONE LEG!
Absolutely, his composure was incredible-no flashy celebrations, just pure focus on the game. And yeah, winning the 1976 Canada Cup MVP on one leg? That’s legendary!
Best player ever. We all wanted to skate like him, score like him and be humble like him. We wanted to be him.
Absolutely, Bobby Orr set the standard for everything-his skating, his scoring, and his humility. He was the complete package, and still inspires so many of us today. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I’ve met Mr. Orr twice. Skated with him at the gardens. His demeanour, and humble nature is very real. Many brats like Chris pronger, could learn much from this man. He was the very essence of a gentleman in public and appeared almost embarrassed about much of his success. Truly a man among men!
Ranger fan and never had any use for him until an interview with Michael Kaye. He came off as such a likeable guy you just had to like him. He had me when he talked about letting young kids play and parents staying in their place. Good guy.
Sorry, you can't have a hockey channel if you can't pronounce Roy and Bucyk.
Feel free to start your own
@@DashMaverick456 it’s lends credence to the fact that there are way too many grifting poser channels on UA-cam that are simply put up to make a few bucks ( likely from a third world country ) and that’s it. If a “ content creator “ for a channel truly doesn’t know the sport deeply then why should his fake be any more relevant than the millions of other poser channels? Guys who are true fans - showing true knowledge and not just something repeated off wiki or the stat sheet - easily shine versus these. Cheers.
@@DashMaverick456 I am not sure another useless channel here is the answer.
@@sergiocalcio9481 Its worse than that even. The voice is AI generated. That was funny what you said about it being from a 3rd world country. From the standpoint of democracy, the USA is now considered no better than a Banana Republic in the country I am from. And this is before Trump makes Alex Jones his Secretary of Propaganda.
It's narrated by AI
As coach Don Cherry said many times, "there were great players, all star players, high scorers, great defensive stars........and then there was Bobby Orr"! Just incomparable!
Such a great quote from Don Cherry! Bobby Orr really was in a category all his own-there were stars, and then there was Orr. Truly incomparable!
Living in Boston, I had the privilege of watching the Legendary Bobby Orr. He was so fast and so talented that he skated circles around his opponents! He was the greatest hockey player of all time, and it's not even close! I have watched hockey stars since the 60s until now! He was a player way ahead of his time! He was better than any of the Montreal Canadiens during their prime, Wayne Greksy, Bossy, or anyone else. Knee injuries cut his career short. Opposing players would go for his knees. That was the only way to stop him! Bobby Orr is the GOAT of hockey, and it's not even close!
Great video.
I still think Bobby Orr is the best all-around hockey player ever.
And the most humble.
Agree with everything except you *know* Bobby was best you're just trying to be amiable to everyone. Oh, and I gave you Like #4
Thanks so much! I totally agree-Bobby Orr's all-around game was unmatched, and his humility off the ice makes him even more legendary. Appreciate the comment!"
@@bbb462cid Thanks for the like and the feedback! I see where you're coming from-Bobby Orr truly was the best, and it's hard to argue with that. Just trying to keep the conversation balanced, but no doubt, Orr is a legend! Appreciate your thoughts!
For sure. I love your channel.
Soooooooooooo sad he had to retire so young
Yeah, it’s heartbreaking. Orr’s career was cut way too short, but his impact on the game will never be forgotten. It’s incredible to think of what more he could’ve accomplished if injuries hadn’t held him back.
He was the best player of the Canada cup in 76 only with one knee. The best i ever saw...
Exactly! Orr’s focus and professionalism were second to none. Even when most players would’ve been sidelined, he pushed through and still made history. It’s that kind of determination that makes him unforgettable!
The greatest of all time and it isn't close.
100% agree! Bobby Orr's impact on the game is unmatched. He's in a class by himself.
You missed the biggest tragedy of his career! Alan Eagleson totally screwed Bobby when he manufactured a feud between the Bruins team and Bobbly in order to profit by Orr signing with Chicago. In reality the Bruins ownership was trying to offer Bobby a piece of the team to stay in Boston! Orr refused to talk to them because Eagleson had convinced him they were trying lowball him. Orr hated Eagleson who went to prison for defrauding the players union until his death and probably then some. He could have still owned a % of the Bruins today!!
You're absolutely right, that was a huge tragedy in Bobby’s career. Eagleson’s manipulation had a lasting impact on Orr’s future, and it's heartbreaking to think about what could’ve been if the situation had been handled differently. Orr could have been a part of the Bruins’ legacy for even longer, but sadly, Eagleson’s greed got in the way. Thanks for sharing this important perspective-it's a piece of Orr's story that deserves more attention.
The Bruins DID NOT secretly fund the Oshawa Generals. They sponsered the Gens. In those days all 6 NHL teams sponsered junior teams and there was no draft.
Thank you.
You're absolutely right, thanks for pointing that out! The Bruins didn’t secretly fund the Oshawa Generals-they sponsored them, as did other teams back then. The whole system was definitely different before the draft was introduced. Appreciate the clarification!
great vid. thanks for the memories.
i'm 59 years old now, my very first year watching NHL hockey was 1970 and i grew up in Worcester Mass. Truth is however that even though Bobby Orr is the greatest player to ever lace up skates he wasn't the one to impress me the most on that team. that belongs to Gil Gilbert and Gerry Cheevers. it's a goalie thing. don't try to figure it out.
That's awesome!
i wish there were more highlights of bobby orr. nice vid
Thanks! I totally agree-Orr’s highlights are timeless, and there should definitely be more footage of his incredible career. Glad you liked the video!
Nice job. Doug Harvey was who Orr modelled his game after….
Great point! Doug Harvey was definitely a huge influence on Orr’s game-his skill and vision as a defenseman were unmatched, and Orr took that to a whole new level.
Loved every minute of it
Ty mucho
Glad to hear that! Appreciate the support, and thanks for watching-I'm happy you enjoyed it!
I wanna see all the legends. But I wanna paval datsyuk and Patrice bergeron.
Already on pavel☺️
You have to love and respect the man. He never gave up.
Part of the reason for Orr's short career is that he (like many other athletes of that era) played through everything.
He would play sick or injured. As long as he could walk he played.
How long would he have played if he'd learned to take a game off to recover?
That’s such a great point. Orr’s mentality of playing through injuries and pain was a big reason for his shortened career. If he had the recovery mindset that players do today, who knows how much longer he could’ve played at that elite level? It’s a real 'what could have been' situation
The GOAT!
Agree with Taylored reaction.. video is filled with errors!!!! though Orr is the Greatest ever and that includes Gretzky
thanks for sharing your thoughts! I definitely hear you about the errors, and I'm working to make sure the next videos are much more polished. Orr’s greatness is undeniable, and it’s always a fun debate when comparing him to other legends like Gretzky.
Bobby Orr wasn't undersized, he was playing against, and dominating, much older kids.
You're absolutely right-Orr was far from undersized. He was playing against older, stronger players and still dominated, which makes his achievements even more impressive.
Wait, did "he" just pronounce Bernie Parent's name as Pair-ent?
Some day, just like Milt, we will lose Bobby and I don't even want to think about it. Hockey is merely one facet of his remarkable life. We should all have a son or father or friend or brother like Bobby Orr. What he did for Frosty was simply above and beyond and it's not out of character for Bobby to behave that way. Love ya Bobby.
Such a beautiful and heartfelt comment. Bobby Orr’s impact goes far beyond hockey-his kindness and character make him a true role model. What he did for Frosty shows just the kind of person he is, and we’re all lucky to witness his legacy both on and off the ice. We can only hope to be as selfless and compassionate as Bobby. Truly a legend in every sense. Love ya, Bobby
4EVER!
What are you talking about? Gretz has the record for records - seriously the best player ever seen. He would lose ten pounds per game-never even close to been seen.
Photo of Ken Hodge Jr. at 3:27 who is Ken Hodge's son. Both played for the bruins. Wrong Hodge in the photo.
A sweep of Blues and a celebratory trip are not things that “changed hockey” at all.
Misplaced and false hyperbole, diminishes what Orr did in truly changing the game by redefining what a defenseman could do.
This video doesn't really match up with the title and description. Where was the part about his mechanics, his training methods, or the footage of how he used it? And you pronounce Johnny Bucyk, Byoo-sek, not Boo-sek.
The real "Mr. Hockey".
You missed the biggest issue of Bobby’s career. How his manager stole a majority of his salary. Left Bobby nearly stone broke. A huge factor you left out of this attempt of a story.
You're right, I missed a huge part of Bobby's story. His manager, Eagleson, really took advantage of him and cost Bobby a lot, both financially and emotionally. It’s heartbreaking to think about how he was left in such a tough spot after everything he gave to the game. Thanks for bringing it up
Before Pele? I don't think so.
The body flaw that Orr had(knees) had more to to with the medical butchers of the day than any specific physical problem he had. Cheap shot knuckle draggers deliberately taking him out we’re one of the reasons that made the enforcers/protectors appear.
I learned a new way to pronounce Bernie Parent and Johnny Bucyk.
I’m really sorry for the pronunciation mistakes! I completely understand how important it is to get names right. I’m actually in the process of replacing the voice-over artist to ensure better accuracy going forward. I’ll be more careful with these details in future videos. Thanks for your patience, and again, my apologies for the errors!
Should have been a Leaf...Ontario guy..Leaf scouts missed up
His skating was too good for the many pylons in the NHL during that era.
There were some real bad players back then that made it real easy for Orr to waltz around.
Sure he had many great shifts versus the Habs but his weak defense was also exposed by the Habs.Orr pinched in a lot and carried it all the way in w/o caring much about defense.
He would also take a lot of risks as the last man back and getting caught.However as stated there were so many players Orr could skate circles around his mistakes would go unnoticed unless he was playing versus the other top players.
The Norris trophy has 90% of the time just gone to the highest scoring D man and that should NOT define the term "BEST".
You can really see by a lot of highlights just how bad goalies were back then you can't get away with how Orr played anymore albeit Makar was trying it early season and at one point was like minus 9.
Great points! Orr’s skating was ahead of its time, and yeah, the competition back then wasn’t always on his level. He definitely took risks, especially offensively, which sometimes exposed him defensively. And you're right-awarding the Norris based mainly on points doesn’t always reflect the full picture of a defenseman’s value
Of course, Allen Eagleston, Orr's agent, proved to be a scumbag who robbed Orr and worse all the players who signed with him on Orr's recommendation. You don't say what the final deal with Chicago was, but Boston was offering Orr an absolutely unprecedented 20% ownersip stake in the team to stay, a deal never extended to any player before or since. Eagleston never told him, likely because Eagleston himself would make more money from the Chicago offer. Orr trusted Eagleston so implicitly, he refused to listen to a single word when GM Harry Sinden tried to tell him about Boston's phenominal offer.
Damn click bait. Really more a retrospective of Orr than about the "forgotten skill" of skating backwards (note: it isnt forgotten, just Orr did it the best, and also the fact that Gretzky couldnt skate backwards as well is kinda irrelevant as he was a forward, but anyway...)
So, what exactly was the forgotten skill? His +/-? That’s not really a skill, it’s a statistic but yes, in this statistic, no one, even Gretzky could touch him!
I'm not sure if it's because you (the narrator) are too young to know better, or just really not a hockey fan, but the way you mispronounced the names of such prominent players like Parent and Roy made me glad you didn't have to say Cournoyer or Byfuglien. 😅
When names are mispronounced - you are watching a grifter channel who is repeating old news.
That team should have been a dynasty.
Unfortunately they ,Bobby included. Could not beat Montreal.
And that is that.
Sad But True. Still it doesn't diminish Robert Gordon Orr's GREATNESS. I mean Wilt or Jerry West couldn't beat the Celtics but they were still great.
@russelljdj no argument here. Orr was the Shiznit. Check out Searching for Bobby Orr by Stephen Brunt.
Bruins were the toast of Boston.. BUT collectively, they had a rep for being a tad too fond of post game celebrations... Sure, their Habs nemesis was a factor... Still Orr and Espo led Bruins ought to have won more than 2 cups...
Too bad the HOF doesn't have an. 'Ought to' section
Montreal proved that hockey was a team sport no matter how God-like a player Orr was, he couldn't do it all by himself against Montreal
Love Bobby Orr. Stopped watching this vid because of the irritating narration. "He didn't just ...he ..." I quit after hearing that for the fourth time.
To bad this narrative is all mixed up
This isnt an untold story. Actually you’re really late.
You said nothing New at all and Eagleson is the most hated person in Hockey History...........
I forgave you for mispronouncing Patrick Roy, but when you butchered Johhny Bucyk's name, that is where is stopped. Get your shit right
Only won 2 cups. Injury prone. No longevity. Typical of the choking Bruins
PEOPLE ARE REALLY ALL THAT STUPID ? YES BOBBY OR WAS A VERY GOOD PLAYER , HE WAS 18 WHEN SIGNED WITH BOSTON IN 1966. BUT WOULD BOBBY ORR BE THE STAND OUT INTO DAYS GAME LIKE HE WAS IN 1966. ABSOLUTELY NOT.
HE WAS 18 A VERY GOOD SKATER BUT HE WAS PLAYING WITH GUYS IN THE NHL THAT WERE 35-44 YRS IN AGE. THEY DRANK AND SMOKED IN BETWEEN PERIODS. MANY OF THE 1973 FLYERS POURED JACK DENIALS OVER CHEERIOS IN BETWEEN PERIODS. THESE PLAYERS WERE IN TERRIBLE SHAPE COMPARED TO THE NHL PLAYERS OF TODAY.
THIS IS THE MAIN REASON BOBBY WAS SO FAST IT WAS BECAUSE HE WAS ON AVERAGE 11 YEARS YOUNGER THAN MOST NHL PLAYERS. IT DON’T TAKE A ROCKET SCIENTIST TO FIGURE THIS OUT. IF ORR PLAYED TODAY AT 18 IN 2024 HE WOULD BE GOOD YES BUT NOT THE STAND OUT PLAYING WITH OUT OF SHAPE MEN 10-15 YRS OLDER.
LOOK AT PAUL COFFEY MANY AGREE COFFEY HAS TWICE AS MANY INDIVIDUAL NHL RECORDS , MORE POINTS GOALS ASSISTS
LISTEN ALL YOU MOR.NS ORR WAS VERY GOOD BUT THE REST OF THE LEAGUE EXCEPT FOR ABOUT 5% WERE OUT OF SHAPE MEN IN THERE MID 30’S ARE YOU REALLY ALL THAT STU.ID OR JUST BLIND. ORR WOULD NOT BE THE NUMBER 1 PLAYER IN THIS LEAGUE RIGHT NOW . McDAVID , McKINNON , MAKAR, CROSBY, ARE ALL WAY ABOVE ORR IN SKILLS EACH OF THEM . MAKAR IR RANKED RIGHT NOW AS THE SECOND BEST SKATER OF ALL TIME ONLY BEHIND COFFEY .
Orr’s skill set was ahead of its time, and his impact on the game would still make him a standout today. While Coffey had great stats, Orr revolutionized the defenseman role in a way no one else did. The era was different, but his talent transcends it.
Top 5 player of all time.
Try number one... +124 in a single season tells you all you need to know about Orr's dominance.. Only D-man to ever lead the NHL in scoring... and Orr did it TWICE....
For the record... I'm old enough to have witnessed Orr's entire career, going back to his Jr days in Oshawa... I lived in Oshawa, for a time, growing up...
@ wrong.
@@jamesmiller6217 no dummy, he is CORRECT!
Top 5? LOL.
@@jamesmiller6217 easily too. you never saw Orr play mate! LOL