October 18, 1967

HOF Career Goals:

Bobby Orr #13

Johnny Bucyk #229

Bobby Hull #371

Tony Esposito & Johnny Bucyk Assists

The Boston Bruins beat the Chicago Black Hawks 7–1 at Chicago Stadium.

This game was part of a historic night in the NHL—it was the first time in league history that all 12 teams (following the 1967 expansion) played on the same day.

Game Summary

The Bruins dominated from the start, taking a 3–0 lead in the first period and never looking back. This victory featured goals from several key players acquired from Chicago earlier that year in one of the most famous trades in hockey history.

Key Stats & Highlights

Goalies: Gerry Cheevers earned the win for Boston, while Denis DeJordy was in net for Chicago.

The "Big Trade" Impact: Former Black Hawks Phil Esposito, Ken Hodge, and Fred Stanfield combined for 6 points in their return to Chicago.

Bobby Orr: Scored his first goal of the 1967–68 season during the second period.

Shots on Goal: Boston outshot Chicago 36 to 19