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What position did Bobby Orr revolutionize in hockey?

  • Goalie

  • Center

  • Defenceman

  • Winger

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Defenceman Bobby Orr revolutionized the position by introducing a more aggressive and offensive style of play. Prior to Orr, defencemen were primarily responsible for preventing goals, but Orr demonstrated that they could also contribute significantly to the attack. He was known for his exceptional skating and puck-handling skills, and he often joined the rush, creating scoring opportunities for his teammates.
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