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34. Peter McNab

A small fraction away from being a Point per Game player as a Boston Bruin, Peter McNab was a good scorer who was known for his accurate shot and excellent stick handling.  McNab was far from the best skater on the ice, but he had a high hockey I.Q. and knew where to position himself to optimize his scoring chances.  He was an All Star once in 1977.
Often paired with the legendary Eddie Shore, Lionel Hitchman was a stay-at-home defenceman even for an era where that was considered normal.  As such, he did not put up impressive offensive statistics, but he was highly respected hockey player who once finished second in Hart Trophy balloting and would six times finish in the top ten in Defensive Point Shares.  He would make history right after his rplaying career ended in 1934 when the Bruins retired his #3, making him the first to receive that honor by the Bruins.

30. Tim Thomas

While Tim Thomas was often controversial, the fact remains that he had a lot of success when he backstopped the Boston Bruins.

29. Don McKenney

A finesse player who probably did not get his proper due, Don McKenney had his most successful seasons as a member of the Boston Bruins.  McKenney would win the Lady Byng in the 1959/60 season and would also lead the National Hockey League in Assists that campaign.  The slick player was a welcome contrast to the players that Boston usually had, but he was a consummate team player and was named the team captain in 1961.