10. Zdeno Chara

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Was the Stanley Cup ever held higher than when Zdeno Chara hoisted it in 2011?

Chara was a huge (literally) acquisition for the Bruins, and the six-foot-nine blueliner would not only captain the defense but also captain the team. Chara’s imposing physical presence, combined with offensive skill, made him a regular contender for the Norris Trophy, an award he won in 2009. The big man from Slovakia has also been a post-season All-Star five times as a Bruin.

Chara would play for the Bruins well into his 40s and eventually left for the Capitals in 2020. With the Bruins, Chara scored 481 Points, and added to the already glowing legacy of Boston blueliners.

The Bullet Points

Country of Origin: Trenčín, Slovakia
Position: Defence
Acquired: Signed as a Free Agent, 7/1/06.
Departed: Signed as a Free Agent with the Washington Capitals 12/30/21.
Games Played: 1,023
Notable Statistics: 148 Goals
333 Assists
481 Points
1,055 PIM
.47 PPG
+240 Plus/Minus
109.1 Point Shares

150 Playoff Games
15 Goals
41 Assists
56 Points
159 PIM
.37 PPG
+38 Plus/Minus
Major Accolades and Awards: Stanley Cup Champion (2011)
Norris Trophy (2009)
First Team All-Star (2009)
Second Team All-Star (2008, 2011 & 2012)
All-Star (2007, 2008, 2009, 2011 & 2012)
Mark Messier Leadership Award (2011)
Highest Plus/Minus (2011)
Most Defensive Point Shares (2010)
Notable Top Ten Finishes: Top Ten Hart Trophy Finishes:
8th in 2009
Top Ten Norris Trophy Finishes:
3rd in 2008, 1st in 2009, 3rd in 2010, 3rd in 2011, 5th in 2012 & 2nd in 2013