Bruins' 1987-88 Season: A Memorable Year
A Look Back at the Team's Success
The 1987-88 Boston Bruins season was one to remember. The team finished with a record of 44 wins and 29 losses, good for third place in the Adams Division. They made it to the second round of the playoffs, where they were defeated by the Montreal Canadiens in five games.
Key Players
The Bruins were led by a number of key players, including Ray Bourque, Cam Neely, and Craig Janney. Bourque was a six-time All-Star and one of the best defensemen in the league. Neely was a two-time All-Star and led the team in scoring with 36 goals. Janney was a rising star who had a breakout season with 20 goals and 44 assists.
Memorable Moments
The Bruins had a number of memorable moments during the 1987-88 season. They started the season with a 10-0-1 record, which was the best start in franchise history. They also had a 17-game winning streak in December and January, which was the second-longest winning streak in NHL history.
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