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284. Jimmy Watson

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There were a lot of colorful characters who played for the famed Philadelphia Flyers’ “Broad Street Bullies” team of the 1970’s and Jimmy Watson fit right in with that bunch.

Watson played his entire professional career with the Flyers where he helped Philly win two Stanley Cups and was a five-time All-Star.  Watson played with his brother Joe with Philadelphia and was also representing Canada in the 1976 Canada Cup.

The Bullet Points

  • Country of Origin: Smithers, British Columbia, Canada
  • Eligible Since: Tuesday, 01 January 1985
  • Position: Defence
  • Games Played: 613
  • Notable Statistics:

    38 Goals
    148 Assists
    186 Points
    +295 Plus/Minus
    492 PIM
    N/A Blocked Shots*
    N/A Hits*
    N/A Takeaways*
    N/A Giveaways*
    50.4 Point Shares

    101 Playoff Games
    5 Goals
    34 Assists
    39 Points
    +48 Plus/Minus
    89 PIM
    N/A Blocked Shots*
    N/A Hits*
    N/A Takeaways*
    N/A Giveaways*

    *These became stats in the 2007-08 Season.
  • Played For: Philadelphia Flyers
  • Non-NHL Teams: Team Canada (Canada Cup, 1976)
    Calgary Centennials (WCHL)
  • Major Accolades and Awards:

    Stanley Cup Rings (2) (Philadelphia Flyers, 1974 & 1975)
    All-Star (2) (1977 & 1980)
    Canada Cup Gold Medal (1) (Canada, 1976)
  • Notable Top Ten Finishes: 2 Top Ten Plus/Minus Finishes
    1 Top Ten Short-Handed Goals Finish
    2 Top Ten Defensive Point Shares Finishes
  • Rankings: 32. Plus/Minus: 295

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