Giclee on paper
Edition Size 1/300
Size: 12”x 18”
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Orr inspired the game of hockey with his command of the two-way game, which was unique for a defenseman. Defensemen with goal scoring ability were not common in the NHL prior to his arrival, although there were some historically notable exceptions such as Eddie Shore, Doug Harvey and Red Kelly. However, their total offensive impact was limited to playmaking for the most part. Orr was unique in that he could score goals as well, and he influenced countless defensemen who followed him. His speed, most notably a rapid acceleration, and his open ice artistry electrified fans as he set almost every conceivable record for a defenseman. In contrast to the style of hanging back defensive play common in the later 1950s and 1960s, Orr was known for his fluid skating and end-to-end rushing. Orr's rushing enabled him to be where the puck was, enabling him not only to score effectively but also defend when necessary.
