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He was known as an enforcer for his physical style of play and for regularly fighting.
15 Interesting Facts About Colton Orr
Colton Orr was a Canadian enforcer who played nearly 500 NHL games for the Boston Bruins, New York Rangers, and Toronto Maple Leafs before transitioning to a coaching career.
Position
Right Wing
Jersey
#28
Status
Retired
Teams
6
Facts
15
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He went undrafted in the NHL Entry Draft.
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He played nearly 500 games in the National Hockey League.
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His first NHL game was against the Washington Capitals during the 2003-04 season.
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He scored his first NHL point in 15 games with the New York Rangers.
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He signed a four-year, $4 million contract as a free agent with the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2009.
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He was suspended for five games by the NHL for a cross-check to Alexander Ovechkin's face.
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He led the NHL in penalty minutes with 155 during the lockout-shortened 2012-13 season.
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His next year with the Maple Leafs was cut short after suffering a concussion in a fight with George Parros.
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He played 125 games for the Providence Bruins in the AHL, scoring 12 points and recording 536 penalty minutes.
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He was assigned to the Toronto Marlies of the AHL after being placed on waivers by the Maple Leafs in January 2012.
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He represented Manitoba as a soccer goalkeeper during the 2001 Canada Games.
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He is not related to Hall of Famer Bobby Orr, though the Hall of Famer served as his agent.
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After announcing his retirement from professional hockey in 2016, he was named the head coach of the Connecticut Whale in the Premier Hockey Federation in 2019.
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In August 2024, he became the head coach of the boys varsity hockey team at The Harvey School in Katonah, NY.
About Colton Orr
Colton Orr was a Canadian professional ice hockey player known as an enforcer for his physical style of play and regular fighting. He played nearly 500 NHL games for the Boston Bruins, New York Rangers, and Toronto Maple Leafs. After retiring in 2016, he transitioned into coaching, including a head coaching role for the Connecticut Whale.
Career Achievements & Milestones
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Played nearly 500 NHL games
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Led the NHL in penalty minutes
2012-13
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Scored first NHL goal
2007
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Named head coach of the Connecticut Whale
2019
Player Information & Stats
Detailed career statistics and background information about Colton Orr.
Player Info
Country: Canada
Position: Right Wing
Jersey #: 28
Status: Retired
Age: 43 years old
Physical Stats
Height: 6' 3" (191 cm)
Weight: 222 lbs (101 kg)
Born: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Career Stats
Seasons: 14
Goals: 12
Assists: 12
Points: 24
Teams: 6
Teams & Career
Providence Bruins Boston Bruins New York Rangers Toronto Maple Leafs Toronto Marlies Stockton Heat
Colton Orr played for 6 different teams during his 14 seasons career.