On this momentous day in 1947, the Boston Bruins paid tribute to an icon by retiring Dit Clapper's No. 5 jersey, placing it alongside Lionel Hitchman's No. 3 in the esteemed rafters of the Boston Garden.
Clapper, a cherished hero in Bruins history, was awarded this distinguished honor in recognition of his extraordinary service to the team during his distinguished career. As one of the team's most acclaimed players, Clapper's enduring legacy remains a source of inspiration for subsequent generations of Bruins supporters.
