116: Rick Middleton | Bruins to Retire Rick Middleton's Number 16 | Stories from the Big Bad Bruins

Rick Middleton played for the Boston Bruins from 1976 until 1988, during which time he was a three-time All-Star (1981, 1982, 1984) and a co-captain (1985-1988). He scored 898 points (402 goals, 496 assists) as a member of the Bruins. 1:00 - Bruins legend Rick "Nifty" Middleton 1:30 - Bruins set to retire Rick Middleton's No. 16 at TD Garden November 29 8:00 - Coming to the Bruins in a trade from the New York Rangers in 1975 14:00 - Finally beating the Montreal Canadiens in 1988 20:00 - Transitioning and adapting as an older player 24:30 - Thoughts on reuniting with old teammates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices