Rick Middleton
Boston Bruins Legend
Rick Middleton’s NHL career took off after the New York Rangers traded him to the Boston Bruins in 1976. Known as “Nifty,” Middleton had five consecutive seasons scoring over 40 goals, including a 51 goal season in 1981-82. Middleton retired after the 1988 season with 448 goals and 540 assists for 988 points in 1005 games, and added 100 points in 114 playoff games. Rick Middleton received the ultimate honor in 2018 from the Boston Bruins of having his #16 retired to the Boston Garden Rafters for eternity! Middleton, the legend, is one of only twelve players to ever have their number retired in the 100 year history of the Boston Bruins.
Teams: New York Rangers, Boston Bruins
