Canada Hockey Federation to Unveil Statue of Bobby Orr in Legendary ‘Flying Goal’ Pose for National Museum
In a powerful tribute to one of the greatest hockey players the sport has ever seen, the Canada Hockey Federation has announced plans to unveil a new statue of Bobby Orr — capturing the unforgettable moment when he soared through the air after scoring the Stanley Cup-winning goal in 1970.
The statue will be installed at the Federation Legend Museum, a newly developed wing within Canada’s National Hockey Museum dedicated to the legends who shaped the identity of the game.
✨ A Moment That Transcended the Ice
The bronze sculpture will depict Orr in full flight — arms stretched wide, body airborne — frozen in time just seconds after he scored the overtime goal in Game 4 of the 1970 Stanley Cup Final. That iconic goal not only sealed the Boston Bruins’ first Stanley Cup in 29 years, but also carved Bobby Orr’s name into the mythology of Canadian sports forever.
“This is more than a statue — it’s a national memory,” said Hockey Canada president Scott Smith. “Orr’s goal wasn’t just a win for the Bruins. It was a defining moment for Canadian hockey culture. We’re honored to preserve that moment here in Canada, where Bobby’s journey began.”
A Hometown Tribute
Although Orr became a legend in Boston, his roots are deeply Canadian. Born in Parry Sound, Ontario, Orr rose from local rinks to redefine the defenseman position in the NHL. With his unmatched skating, offensive creativity, and quiet leadership, he inspired generations of Canadian players and fans.
“I can’t think of a more deserving Canadian to be honored this way,” said former teammate Phil Esposito. “That goal wasn’t luck — it was the exclamation point on a career that changed hockey forever.”
️ To Be Displayed at the Federation Legend Museum
The new statue will take pride of place in the Federation Legend Museum, part of a broader initiative by the Canada Hockey Federation to celebrate homegrown legends. Alongside Orr’s statue, the museum will feature rare memorabilia, personal artifacts, and immersive exhibits tracing his career from Parry Sound to NHL superstardom.
The statue is being sculpted by renowned Canadian artist Marie-Claude Vézina, who noted that recreating such a dynamic and emotional moment was “the most exciting challenge of her career.”
A Legacy Beyond Numbers
Though Orr’s NHL career was cut short by chronic knee injuries, his impact on the sport remains unparalleled. He won eight consecutive Norris Trophies, two Hart Trophies, and two Stanley Cups — but his influence can’t be measured in awards alone.
“Bobby Orr changed what it meant to be a defenseman,” said hockey historian Ken Dryden. “He brought elegance and attack to a position once seen as purely defensive. That goal was a symbol of a new era — and Bobby led it.”
Unveiling Ceremony Set for This Fall
The Canada Hockey Federation has scheduled the unveiling for October 2025, marking 55 years since that iconic goal. The event will be open to the public and is expected to draw fans, former players, and dignitaries from across the country.
As the statue rises, so too does the legacy of Bobby Orr — a Canadian icon whose moment of flight still lifts the spirit of the game.
