• Sun, December 1, 2024
  • Mon, December 2, 2024

Bruins unveil new bronze bear statue to commemorate 100 years of hockey in Boston

Ahead of the Bruins' Centennial Game against Montreal on Sunday, Boston unveiled a new statue outside of TD Garden.
The Boston Bruins are celebrating their 100th year with a new bronze statue of a bear, symbolizing the team's mascot, which will be unveiled at TD Garden. This statue, created by artist Jeff Buccacio, captures the bear in a dynamic pose, reminiscent of Bobby Orr's famous flying goal celebration from the 1970 Stanley Cup Finals. The statue, weighing 600 pounds and standing 8 feet tall, will be placed outside the arena, joining other iconic figures like Bobby Orr, Phil Esposito, and Ray Bourque. The unveiling is part of a series of events marking the centennial celebration, highlighting the team's rich history and its impact on Boston's sports culture.

Read the Full Boston.com Article at:
https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-bruins/2024/11/30/boston-bruins-statue-bear-td-garden-100th-year-bobby-orr-celebration/

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