Wayne Cashman

A hard grinding left-winger, Wayne Cashman was part of the most formidable lines of the 1970s.  Because of Cashman’s excellent ability in the corners, he was able to create plays for linemates Ken Hodge and Phil Esposito to finish.  Cashman won the Stanley Cup with the Bruins in 1970 and 1972.  In the deciding game of the 1972 Stanley Cup Finals against the New York Rangers, Cashman scored twice.  Cashman was also a member of Team Canada for the 1972 Summit Series against the Soviet Union.  Cashman’s hard working game and leadership abilities made him the perfect captain to succeed Johnny Bucyk.  Cashman would hold this position until his retirement. He would retire as the last active player who had played in the original 6 era.  In retirement, Cashman held several coaching positions.  These included stints as an assistant coach with the New York Rangers, Tampa Bay Lightning, San Jose Sharks, Philadelphia Flyers and the Bruins.