Aug 24, 2011 contact bobby orr s management company, marketing company, assistant, pr firm and publicist, booking bobby orr speaker appearances, personal appearances, view past bobby orr speaking engagements. Orr also left behind several signed books for anyone who came later. Bobby orr legends boston interview bruins, stanley cup. Orr also has a teamissued, minor league 196465 oshawa generals card. Fellow said he asked him to sign the card at one of orrs book signings. Download premium images you cant get anywhere else.
Unfollow bobby orr book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Oct 31, 2018 legendary boston bruin bobby orr joins jeff blair in studio to discuss his new book, bobby. Bobby orr scores the first and last bruins goals and adds a pair of assists. Fans of the hockey great will have a chance to purchase copies of his latest book, bobby. Bobby paticipated in 17 playoff contests vs montreal and lost 12 of the 17. Hes scheduled to be at the costco in oshawa at ritson rd. A friend is calling for a favor, angling for another piece of the legend. My story is more than a book about hockey it is about the making of a man. Oct 15, 20 hockey legend bobby orr was a busy man tuesday, conducting interviews on the day his new book, orr, my story was released from his hotel room, orr began a day in which he explained the. Bobby orrs official rookie card was released as part of 196667 topps hockey. Bobby orr explained which current bruin reminds him of. A treasured tome first read in 1975, when i began playing organized hockey, and then endlessly retraversed across the latter half of that grungy decade of ugly leather jackets, lemon us automobiles, and bowl cuts.
Collection of bobby orr video game footage, commercials, interviews, special events, and tribute films. What every autograph collector should know about celebrity. Due to time restrictions and the volume of fans, bobby is only able to sign one piece of memorabilia per person at book signing events. In 1995, bobby orr was inducted into the ontario sports hall of fame. Find highquality bobby orr signs copies of his book orr my story stock photos and editorial news pictures from getty images. Its also available for football, basketball and baseball. Quietly, orr hockey is respected in the industry as the gold standard of player representation. The paper store of framingham to welcome hockey icon bobby orr to a special book signing on october 17, 20 acton, ma friday, october 4, 20. My story by bobby orr meet your next favorite book. Bobby orr releases new book, orr, my story the star. Apr 06, 2020 bobby orrs connection to massachusetts general hospital runs deeper than its location in boston. In his years with the boston bruins, he epitomized grace and elegance in the way he played and such was his talent that it remains difficult, if not impossible, to quantify his impact on the sport.
Orr, who played 12 seasons in the nhl, 10 with the bruins and two with the chicago blackhawks, is considered to be one of the greatest hockey players of alltime during his career with boston he led the bruins to stanley cup victories in 1970 and 1972. Signed in black sharpie, at a rare public signing in oshawa on friday oct 25th, 20. Bobby orr signs copies of his book orr my story stock. Bobby orr book signing at the paper store of framingham. Cbs news although bobby orr enjoyed a relatively short career in bigleague hockey, he still looms large in the history of the game. Fellow said he asked him to sign the card at one of orr s book signings. Two buildings in his hometown of parry sound are named after orr. Bobby orr played for the boston bruins from 1966 to 1976, and then two more years for the chicago blackhawks.
But all the brilliant achievements leave unsaid as much as they reveal. Considered by many to be the greatest hockey player of all time, bobby orr revolutionized professional hockey. Bobby orr obituary the greatest hockey player ever may 14 22. Ortolani noted all the signage regarding the event said that orr would be signing books at 5 p. Shop for electronics, computers, furniture, outdoor living, appliances, jewelry and more. Its midmorning in bobby orrs kitchen on cape cod, and the phone is ringing again. Here are some of my favorite online resources and book stores to keep track of upcoming book signings. Unfollow bobby orr autograph to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Ron and i shared some emails after i sent some business his way. The countdown is on for the bobby orr book signing event at the bobby orr hall of fame in parry sound. In 2018, sports and entertainment agency wasserman made a significant equity interest in orr hockey group.
Bobby orr is often referred to as the greatest ever to play the game of hockey. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes hockey or sports, but it does feel a little long at times. Postmedia files quinn and orr talked it out years later and both ended up on the halls selection. Contact bobby orrs management company, marketing company, assistant, pr firm and publicist, booking bobby orr speaker appearances, personal appearances, view past bobby orr speaking engagements. To celebrate bobbys 50th anniversary of his signing his first professional contract with the boston bruins, we have created 4 new products. I would recommend reading bobby orr, my story prior to diving into this book, or even afterwards for that matter. Photos alone can sometimes do all or most of the talking. But bobby orr did sit down for a recent talk about his upcoming book, his lingering injuries and alan eagleson. Every day, well send you an email to your inbox with scores, todays schedule, top performers, new debuts and interesting tidbits. He was considered one of the sports greatest players. Among other records and honors, he remains the only defenseman to win the art ross trophy league scoring titletwiceand he still holds the record for. Orr came to the attention of boston bruin scouts when he was 12, and he was signed to a junior amateur contract. With the opening of free agency on july 1, its worth noting that one player more than any other was the first to cause a storm of interest, and angst, as a free agent.
Considered one of the greatest players of all time, orr s career was cut short by multiple knee injuries and surgeries. Get premium, high resolution news photos at getty images. Bobby orr, born in parry sound, ontario, in 1948, played for the boston bruins from 1966 through 1976, and helped lead the bruins to the stanley cup championship in 1970 and 1972, and to the finals in 1974. In the 1974 final vs philadelphia, we were a minute from going up 20 in the series. Oct 04, 20 the paper store of framingham to welcome hockey icon bobby orr to a special book signing on october 17, 20 acton, ma friday, october 4, 20. This novel goes deep into orrs childhood and all the way to his retired life. My story is about one of the greatest hockey players to ever live and play, bobby orr. Bobby orr with bob lobel interview legends boston talks bruins, stanley cup, book, and more. Now, the single season record for assists by an nhl player at any position belongs exclusively to mr. Nov 25, 20 i scored orr, reggie jackson and phil jackson that way. Enjoy low warehouse prices on namebrands products delivered to your door.
Ron blanchard is the swingman for bobby orrs company gnr. My story in pictures and get it signed by the legendary defenceman. Bobby orr shares life in and out of hockey in new book. Legendary boston bruin bobby orr joins jeff blair in studio to discuss his new book, bobby. Oct 14, 20 cbs news although bobby orr enjoyed a relatively short career in bigleague hockey, he still looms large in the history of the game. Bobby orr was a demigod to canadian kids back then, a defenceman who changed the game through a combination of his ice sense, caginess in his own end, soft hands, and, most notably. He also played two years for the chicago blackhawks. Orr fan upset with bobbys early exit from booksigning. Bobby orr played in three playoff series vs the canadians and lost all three twice losing the deciding games on home ice. Considered one of the greatest players of all time, orrs career was cut short by multiple knee injuries and surgeries. Trey anastasio phish signing autographs team derek.
My story in pictures, the hockey legend made an appearance on 98. Hockey legend bobby orr was a busy man tuesday, conducting interviews on the day his new book, orr, my story was released from his hotel room, orr began a day in which he explained the. New york the bobby orr book tour came to the nhl offices tuesday when the 65yearold hall of fame defenseman. Our mo rocca skated up to him for some questions and answers. My story and pictures, and elaborate on some of the classic photos found within the novel. Would it be worth getting authenticated and who would be the best to use. My story is a 20 autobiography written by bobby orr. Bobby orr thanks true heroes at massachusetts general in. A very young bobby orr in an undated from the book. Bobby orr, byname of robert gordon orr, born march 20, 1948, parry sound, ontario, canada, canadian american professional ice hockey player who was the first defenseman to lead the national hockey league nhl in scoring. The event will take place this friday, june 14 from 6. Apr 02, 2019 toronto maple leafs pat quinn 23 and boston bruins bobby orr 4 going at each other. Brand new signed bobby orr book my story 1st edition. Among other records and honors, he remains the only defenseman to win the art ross trophy league scoring titletwiceand he still holds the record for most points and assists at that position.
Bobby orr has a new side of his story to tell in photographs. Mar 16, 2020 bobby orr, byname of robert gordon orr, born march 20, 1948, parry sound, ontario, canada, canadian american professional ice hockey player who was the first defenseman to lead the national hockey league nhl in scoring. Orr is speaking out now because i am a parent and a grandparent and i believe that i have lessons worth passing on. This book is a treasure chest of pictures that illustrate the journey of the oneandonly, bobby orr, who many experts still argue is the greatest hockey player of all time. Bobby orr public signing has been postponed due to coronavirus concerns. The second is the bobby orr community centre, a multipurpose entertainment facility. In the mid1970s, as orr grappled with the knee injures that ultimately derailed his hall of. The booking agents at athletespeakers work on your behalf to get. The first is the bobby orr hall of fame, where his order of canada medal is on display along with other exhibits. New york the bobby orr book tour came to the nhl offices tuesday when the 65yearold hall of fame defenseman continued to promote his memoir, orr. Bobby orr opens up on giving and living the boston globe. To celebrate bobby s 50th anniversary of his signing his first professional contract with the boston bruins, we have created 4 new products.
Join facebook to connect with bobby orr and others you may know. Hockey hall of famer bobby orr is a boston bruins legend. Ron blanchard is the swingman for bobby orr s company gnr. But orr says that wealth came from his efforts after hockey. This novel goes deep into orr s childhood and all the way to his retired life. Bobby orr cards, rookie cards and autographed memorabilia. Oct 17, 2016 bobby orr played in three playoff series vs the canadians and lost all three twice losing the deciding games on home ice. Orr hockey began as bobby orrs vision for a player first support organization to assist in the development and fulfillment of player careers. Unfollow bobby orr my story signed to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Bobby orr did not have any bad habits, but he lived well and was especially generous to his family, giving members more than. Nov 06, 2018 bobby orr sounded off on the current bruins. Bobby orrs connection to massachusetts general hospital runs deeper than its location in boston. Orr came to the attention of boston bruin scouts when he was 12, and he was signed to a junior amateur.