Bergeron's Goal Was One for the Books

BOSTON - On Thursday night against the Washington Capitals, Patrice Bergeron received a pass from longtime linemate Brad Marchand in the high slot. As the Bruins' No. 1 center fired, Caps winger Alex Chiasson swept his legs out from underneath him, causing Bergeron to fall to the ice as the puck flew into the back of the net.
A little over 47 years ago, another beloved member of the Black & Gold was also swept off his feet while scoring a goal - one that was much more significant, of course.

That goal came in overtime of Game 4 of the 1970 Stanley Cup Finals. And that player was none other than No. 4, Bobby Orr.
While Bergeron's goal lacked the Stanley Cup-winning implications of Orr's historic score, it did leave a mark on the Bruins' record books. The goal was the 265th of Bergeron's career, moving him past Orr into sole-possession of 8th place all-time in franchise history.
"It's a [heck] of an honor for Patrice," said Bruins head coach Bruce Cassidy. "Just shows you the longevity and the ability to finish he's had here. Other than that, it's a nice milestone for him. Who is next after that? That's the next thing for Patrice and hopefully he catches him."

The ever-selfless Bergeron was unaware of the accomplishment until after the game, one that saw him add career goal No. 266 as well.
"I didn't even know that," said Bergeron. "It's not something that I'm really thinking about to be honest with you. I have a lot of respect for Mr. Orr … [he's] a legend. So it's nice."
Bergeron now sits only 11 goals behind Wayne Cashman (277) for seventh place on the B's all-list. And 78 goals behind Bruins President Cam Neely (344) for the fifth spot.