caveman27 208 Report post Posted June 25, 2019 Well, he had a good run. What a career. After 1,035 games and two Stanley Cups, Brooks Orpik has called it a career, announcing his retirement from the NHL on Tuesday. https://www.cbssports.com/nhl/news/longtime-penguins-capitals-defenseman-brooks-orpik-retires-after-15-seasons-in-nhl/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BenBreeg 493 Report post Posted June 25, 2019 I used to love watching him in Pittsburgh when he was in his prime. People thought he was on the downside and then he kept going in Washington. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chippa13 1844 Report post Posted June 28, 2019 I couldn't stand Orpik. "Opportunistic" hitter that wouldn't back up iffy shots. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BenBreeg 493 Report post Posted June 28, 2019 He no doubt played on the edge, but to act like he was purely predatory is just not accurate. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IPv6Freely 2092 Report post Posted June 29, 2019 Great player, very effective. He was a warrior out there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
