5 Hockey Players who Played for Flames and Bruins
My guess is you’ve searched this page out because you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
If I’m right, that also means that today’s grid is asking for players who have played for both the Calgary Flames and the Boston Bruins.
And, I’m also guessing that you’re a little stuck on this particular square and you’re looking for a little help to keep your grid immaculate. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, I’m here to help.
I’ve already done the research and have put together a list of well-known stars along with some more “under-the-radar” players that could land you a low rarity score.
Milan Lucic
Milan Lucic was selected in the second round, 50th overall, by the Boston Bruins in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft. His combination of size, skill, and physicality has made Lucic a unique player in the NHL, and his style of play has endeared him to fans and teammates alike.
During his time with the Bruins, Lucic played an integral role in the team’s 2011 Stanley Cup victory. Known for his physical play, he has become one of the NHL’s premier power forwards, providing a mix of scoring and toughness. Lucic played with the Bruins until 2015, then had stints with the Kings, Oilers, and Flames.
Lucic has recorded several 20+ goal seasons in his career, including a career-high 30 goals in the 2010-2011 season. He has also been a consistent presence in the playoffs, contributing valuable experience and grit.
Dougie Hamilton
Dougie Hamilton began his NHL journey when he was drafted 9th overall by the Boston Bruins in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. He played for the Bruins for several seasons, making an immediate impact and showcasing his potential as a top-pairing defenseman.
After his stint in Boston, Hamilton was traded to the Calgary Flames. He continued to develop his game, consistently being among the team’s top defensemen in terms of points. In 2018, Hamilton was traded to the Carolina Hurricanes, where he further solidified his reputation as a high-end, puck-moving defenseman.
Hamilton spent the last two seasons with the New Jersey Devils with personal bests in goals (22) and assists (52) in the 2022-23 season.
Hamilton Key Stats
- All-Star (Hurricanes)
Jaromir Jagr
Jaromír Jagr was drafted 5th overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 1990 NHL Entry Draft, Jagr swiftly made an impression. Alongside center Mario Lemieux, Jagr played a pivotal role in back-to-back Stanley Cup championships for the Penguins in 1991 and 1992. His time with Pittsburgh also included multiple scoring titles and an MVP.
Jagr’s NHL journey included playing for several teams such as the Capitals, Rangers, Flyers, Stars, Bruins, Devils, Panthers, and Flames. Across these stints, his scoring touch and on-ice intelligence never waned. Jagr finished his career ranked second in NHL all-time points (1921), behind only Wayne Gretzky.
But Jagr’s contributions to the game extend beyond the NHL. He has been an essential figure for the Czech national team, securing a gold medal in the 1998 Winter Olympics and multiple World Championships.
Jagr Key Stats
- MVP (Penguins)
- All-Star (Penguins, Rangers)
- 500+ Career Goals (Penguins, Rangers, Capitals, Panthers, Devils, Flyers, Bruins, Stars, Flames)
- 100+ Point Season (Penguins, Rangers)
- 40+ Goal Season (Penguins, Rangers)
- 50+ Assist Season (Penguins, Rangers)
Jarome Iginla
Jarome Iginla was selected 11th overall by the Dallas Stars in the 1995 NHL Entry Draft but was traded to the Calgary Flames, where he spent the majority of his career and became a franchise icon. Over his 20-year career in the NHL, Iginla also played for the Penguins, Bruins, Avalanche, and Kings.
He served as captain for the Flames and became the franchise’s all-time leader in goals, points, and games played. Iginla was a two-time winner of the Maurice “Rocket” Richard Trophy as the league’s top goal-scorer and also won the Art Ross Trophy as the league’s leading point scorer in the 2001-2002 season.
He was a six-time All-Star and earned two Olympic Gold Medals representing Canada in 2002 and 2010. In total, Iginla tallied 625 goals and 675 assists for 1,300 points. He retired in 2018 and was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2020.
Iginla Key Stats
- Hall of Fame (Flames, Avalanche, Penguins, Bruins, Kings)
- All-Star (Flames)
- 1000+ Career Points (Flames, Avalanche, Penguins, Bruins, Kings)
- 500+ Career Goals (Flames, Avalanche, Penguins, Bruins, Kings)
- 40+ Goal Season (Flames)
- 50+ Assist Season (Flames)
Austin Czarnik
Austin Czarnik, an American center, currently plays for the Detroit Red Wings of the NHL. Czarnik went undrafted in the NHL but has played with several teams including the Bruins, Flames, Islanders, and Seattle Kraken.
Czarnik made his NHL debut with the Bruins in the 2016–17 season and scored his first NHL goal against Henrik Lundqvist of the New York Rangers. After his tenure with the Bruins, he joined the Calgary Flames in 2018 on a two-year contract.
Czarnik later signed a two-year deal with the New York Islanders in 2020, before moving to the Seattle Kraken in the 2021–22 season, and finally signing a two-year contract with the Detroit Red Wings in 2022.
