The 2009 Montreal Centennial Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/24/2009
Magnificent replica of Lord Stanleys coveted trophy commemorates the Boston Bruins triumphant return to professional hockeys pinnacle in the spring of 1972. After their disappointing playoff loss the previous year, the Bruins were the pride of the NHL in 71-72, chalking up 54 wins and 119 points as Phil Esposito banged in 66 goals and Bobby Orr took the Norris and Hart trophies.The pair of superstars finished one-two in the scoring race with Espo claiming his second Art Ross Trophy.Come playoff time, the Bruins were not to be denied, taking care of the Maple Leafs in five games, sweeping the Blues and then ousting the Rangers in six.Orr scored his second Cup-winning goal in three years, became the first 2-time winner of the Conn Smythe Trophy and all was well again in Boston. Bucyks name and those of his teammates are engraved in two columns on the barrel of this exquisite silver-plated keepsake.General Manager Milt Schmidt and Coach Tom Johnson are among the teams executives whose names are inscribed above those of Orr, Espo, Cheevers, Sanderson, Hodge, Cashman, Stanfield, McKenzie and the wonderful supporting cast.Trophy has been kept in very good to excellent condition with some tarnish, a wear from years of display. The ultimate trophy to own and show off, this one comes from Hall-of-Famer Johnny Bucyks personal collection and will be accompanied by his signed letter of authenticity.
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