Bobby Clarke is a Canadian hockey legend who played 15 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born in Flin Flon, Manitoba and began his professional career in 1969 with the Philadelphia Flyers. During his time in the NHL, Clarke was a three-time winner of the Hart Memorial Trophy, which is awarded to the league's most valuable player. He was also a two-time winner of the Lester B. Pearson Award, which is given to the league's most outstanding player as voted by the players.

Clarke was known for his tenacious style of play, which earned him the nickname "Captain Crunch". He was a leader both on and off the ice, and was named the Flyers' captain in 1973. He was also a member of the famed "Broad Street Bullies" team that won the Stanley Cup in 1974 and 1975.

In addition to his individual awards, Clarke was also a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, and was inducted in 1987. He was also a member of the International Ice Hockey Federation Hall of Fame, and was inducted in 1998.

Clarke retired from the NHL in 1984, but continued to be involved in hockey in various capacities. He served as the general manager of the Flyers from 1984 to 1990, and was the team's president from 1994 to 2006. He also served as the general manager of Team Canada for the 2002 Winter Olympics, and was part of the team that won the gold medal.

Throughout his career, Bobby Clarke was one of the most respected and beloved players in the NHL. He was a fierce competitor on the ice, and a leader off it. His contributions to the game of hockey will be remembered for many years to come.

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