Boston Bruins legend Zdeno Chara had a truly spectacular NHL career. In 1,680 career NHL games over 24 seasons, the 6-foot-9 defenseman had 209 goals, 471 assists, 680 points, and a plus-301 rating. He was also a six-time All-Star, won the Norris Trophy in 2009, and, of course, lifted the Stanley Cup with the Bruins in 2011. 

Now, Chara has been rewarded with a massive honor for his incredible playing career. The longtime Bruins captain is one of six players who have been named to the NHL's Quarter-Century Team. 

In addition to Chara, Jarome Iginla, Nicklas Lidstrom, Joe Sakic, Teemu Selanne, and fellow former Bruins captain Joe Thornton have been named to the NHL Quarter-Century team for players who debuted before 2000. 

This is some elite company for Chara to be a part of, but when looking at how outstanding of a career he had, it is entirely understandable. He was the NHL's top shutdown defenseman for several years and was a significant reason for the Bruins' immense success during his time with the organization. 

Recent Bruins News 

Report: Boston Bruins Interested In Top Head Coach The <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/boston-bruins">Boston Bruins</a> are currently in the middle of a search for their next full-time coach. Bruins management has confirmed that interim head coach Joe Sacco will still be considered for the role, but they are exploring all avenues before making their final decision.

Ex-Bruins Pat Maroon Gets Exciting New Gig Former <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/boston-bruins">Boston Bruins</a> forward Pat Maroon officially retired from professional hockey following the completion of the 2024-25 regular-season. The 37-year-old played his final NHL season with the Chicago Blackhawks, posting five goals, 19 points, 97 penalty minutes, and 102 hits in 68 games.

Bruins Goalie Prospect Has Big Playoff Game For Providence Heading into Game 3 against the Charlotte Checkers, the Providence Bruins knew it was a must-win contest for them. The AHL <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/boston-bruins">Bruins</a> lost each of their first two games of the Atlantic Division Semifinals to the Checkers, and another loss would have knocked them out. Thankfully, Providence avoided that from happening, as they defeated Charlotte by a 3-2 final score in Game 3.

Bruins Have Intriguing Potential Option With 7th Overall Pick The<a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/boston-bruins"> Boston Bruins</a> will be picking seventh in the upcoming 2025 NHL Entry Draft after dropping two spots at the draft lottery. While this was certainly less-than-ideal news for the <a href="https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqLQgKIidDQklTRndnTWFoTUtFWFJvWldodlkydGxlVzVsZDNNdVkyOXRLQUFQAQ/sections/CAQqEAgAKgcICjCvqtILMO7F6QMwluDfCA?hl=en-CA&amp;gl=CA&amp;ceid=CA:en">Bruins</a>, they still have the opportunity to land a good prospect with that pick.&nbsp;