The Boston Bruins will retire the jersey number of longtime player Patrice Bergeron during the upcoming season. Bergeron, a Canadian forward, played for the Bruins from 2003 to 2023, becoming a franchise icon. During his career, he led the team to one Stanley Cup championship. He was also awarded the Selke Trophy, recognizing the league’s best defensive forward, a record six times. No other player in NHL history has received the Selke Trophy as many times as Bergeron. The team announced the decision on its website, cementing Bergeron’s legacy within the organization and the sport.