Bourque was drafted eighth overall in the 1979 NHL Entry Draft by the Boston Bruins. He quickly established himself as one of the best defensemen in the league, winning the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's Rookie of the Year in 1980. He went on to win the Norris Trophy five times, and was named to the NHL All-Star team eighteen times.
Bourque was known for his offensive prowess, as well as his defensive play. He was a great skater, and was able to move the puck up the ice quickly and accurately. He was also a great passer, and was able to set up his teammates for scoring chances.
Bourque was a leader on and off the ice. He was a captain for the Bruins for fourteen seasons, and was known for his work ethic and dedication to the game. He was also a great ambassador for the game, and was involved in numerous charitable causes.
Bourque's career ended in 2001, when he was traded to the Colorado Avalanche. He won the Stanley Cup with the Avalanche in 2001, and retired shortly after. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2004, and his number 77 was retired by both the Bruins and Avalanche.
Raymond Bourque is one of the greatest defensemen in NHL history. He was a five-time Norris Trophy winner, an eighteen-time NHL All-Star, and a Stanley Cup champion. He was a great leader both on and off the ice, and was a great ambassador for the game. His legacy will live on for many years to come.
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