87. Terry O’Reilly

As one of the toughest members of the 1970s Boston Bruins (which really says something), Terry O’Reilly was a rough enforcer who was able to score. The emotional leader of Boston was a rugged protector of skilled players, but he himself enjoyed a pair of 70-point-plus seasons and was an underrated defender. With 606 career points, Terry O’Reilly likely does not have the overall statistics for serious consideration from the Hall. Still, his number was retired by Boston, an honor that he certainly deserved.

Should Terry O'Reilly be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 68%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 6.7%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 8%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 16%

The Bullet Points

Country of Origin: Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Since: Friday, 01 January 1988
Position: Right Wing
Games Played: 891
Notable Statistics:
204 Goals
402 Assists
606 Points
+222 Plus/Minus
2,095 PIM
N/A Blocked Shots*
N/A Hits*
N/A Takeaways*
N/A Giveaways*
42.0 Point Shares

108 Playoff Games
25 Goals
42 Assists
67 Points
+14 Plus/Minus
335 PIM
N/A Blocked Shots*
N/A Hits*
N/A Takeaways*
N/A Giveaways*

*These stats were first implemented in the 2007/08 Season.
Played For: Boston Bruins
Non-NHL Teams: Oshawa Generals (OHA)
Major Accolades and Awards: Stanley Cup Rings (None)
NHL All-Star (1975 & 1978)
Notable Top Ten Finishes: Top Ten Hart Trophy Finishes:
8th in 1978
1 Top Ten Assists Finish
1 Top Ten Points Finish
3 Top Ten PIM Finishes
Rankings: 45. PIM: 2,095
58. Plus/Minus: +222
87. Shooting Percentage: 16.3

These rankings are as of the end of the 2024-25 Season.