A Rare Piece Of Boston Bruins History Is Up For Auction
Listen up Bruins fans. You may want to hold off on that next home improvement project because a rare piece of Boston Bruins history is up for auction! You could…
Listen up Bruins fans. You may want to hold off on that next home improvement project because a rare piece of Boston Bruins history is up for auction! You could own the oldest original Boston Bruins banner.
We Bruins fans are the most passionate bunch of sports fans, so I knew you'd be interested in this gem. When the old Boston Garden came down in 1998, the auction house, Leland's was there to witness. Now they are in possession of the 1927-1928 original banner from their Division Championship. That was the year that saw the enormous potential of this team. The Bs went on to win the Stanley Cup the following year.
This rare piece is described on the auction website as, "Massive, magnificent, and historic, this 1927-28 Boston Bruins Division Champions banner hung at the venerable Boston Garden until its demolition in 1998. Measuring roughly 148" high (over 12 feet) and approximately 95" across, this bold yellow treasure is mounted from a wood beam extending about 101" across. Black letters measuring 17" high and 10" across spell out BOSTON BRUINS, below which is the famed "spoked-B" logo (a sizeable 44" in diameter) of the Original Six franchise. In smaller black letters below is "DIVISION CHAMPS 1927-28."
History Behind The Banner Year
A little more history behind the bold, beautiful banner is 1927-1928 was the season the Bruins won their very first American Division Championship...The historic division championship was led by future Hall of Famers Eddie Shore and Dit Clapper. And, there was there was the unparalleled goaltending from Hal Winkler. Winkler went on to break a franchise record, which still holds today. Winkler had 15 shutouts that season. And even though the team didn't fair well in the playoffs, the ground was set for the following year.
Back to reality. Ok, the auction bidding starts at $5000. But maybe you can pool with friends or family and share the love, share the banner. Or maybe you'll win the lottery! That's what I'm banking on. Seriously, it is a cool and extremely rare piece of of Boston Bruins history up for auction now through March 16. Good luck Bruins fans!
CBS News Boston recently covered the story of this epic piece of memorabilia.
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Since you love Boston and history, I thought you'd enjoy checking out some historic diners in Massachusetts.
Fact: We love diners in Massachusetts. The proof is in the sheer amount of them to be found. But like all restaurants, some are better than others. Where do we find the best diners in the state? With the help of Yankee Magazine, CBS News, Trip Advisor and Best Things in Massachusetts, here's a handy little guide to weed through the pile. and present you with a few of the best. These 6 awesome old school diners in Massachusetts are among the best, according to these sources (and some personal knowledge).
Merriam-Webster defines a diner as: " a typically small, informal, and inexpensive restaurant that has an extensive menu and that is often made from or designed to resemble a modified railroad dining car." At one point in American history, diners were abundant in our culture. Shippable dining cars were all the rage in the mid 1920s. Over time, the name was shortened to "diners"as explained in Southern Living. For a while, Diners became famous as a place to go after the bars closed. Now, diners mostly exist as breakfast and lunch spots.
Miss Worcester Diner
300 Southbridge St, Worcester
Food & Wine calls this gem a "loveable little establishment. Miss Worcester Diner actually started as model for the Worcester Lunch Car Company, according to the article in Food and Wine. They recommend the house-made corned beef hash.
Wheelhouse Diner in Quincy
453 Hancock St, Quincy
It's the "diner everyone talks about," as the Wheelhouse Diner website says. It really is because if you drive by it, you can't help but wonder about it. How may people could they fit in that old school railroad car? It is very small, but serves up big flavor, and portions according to reviews. The diner first opened in North Quincy in 1947. On reviewer wrote: "Bro. This little narrow diner blew my mind," after indulging in the Italian Breakfast (eggs with sausage and pepperoni).
Capitol Diner in Lynn
431 Union St. Lynn
The Capitol Diner was built in 1928 and is said to be the J.G Brill Company's last operating diner. You'll fin it listed on National Register of Historic Places, although you won't find a website. A Yelp review declared, “If you're looking for the best breakfast diner in the North Shore, I would totally recommend coming to Capitol Diner in Lynn.
Agawam Diner
166 Newburyport Turnpike, Rowley
Yankee Magazine said, "This place epitomizes the way a good diner (or any restaurant, for that matter) should be run. Housed in a compact, stainless steel, 1950s Fodero diner car, the Agawam efficiently serves up a very basic and very excellent menu of diner classics." Famous for their pies, they bake more than 40 of them a day, including upside down chicken pie.
http://www.theagawamdiner.com/lunch--dinner-menu.html
Deluxe Town Diner in Watertown
627 Mt Auburn St. Watertown
Known as a family run business that treats you like family, the Deluxe Town Diner has been serving up the classics since 1947. Reviewers rave about this place and one said, "Adorable old time Diner. Genuine great food. Homemade apple fritters...THE BOMB."
http://www.deluxetowndiner.com/
Iron Town Diner in Saugus
325 Main St. Saugus
Best Things In Massachusetts wrote, "The Iron Town Diner serves up some meals that dreams are made of. Their blueberry pancakes and French toast are akin to decadent desserts." Sign me up. This neighborhood joint serves up mighty portions of American and Greek favorites.
