When the Ottawa 67’s fell just one goal short of Memorial Cup glory in 1977, Bobby Smith felt the sting of what could have been. That near miss became a heartbeat in his hockey DNA.
Decades later, he wouldn’t just compete in the tournament—he would help build a champion. As owner of the Halifax Mooseheads, he guided them to a Memorial Cup win that was, in his words, more satisfying than his Stanley Cup goal.
In our latest Hockey Docs Podcast, you’ll hear about:
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A young kid in Ottawa daring to dream—and the heartbreak that followed.
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How that pain fueled a passion for building something bigger.
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Why junior hockey’s Memorial Cup meant something even the pros can’t replace.
It’s a story that captures loss, leadership, and legacy—set against the backdrop of Canada’s junior-hockey heartbeat.
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Why This Matters
In junior hockey, players aren’t shielded by fame or entourages. They’re raw, real—and connected to their communities. That’s where the true magic lives. Bobby Smith’s journey isn’t just about one trophy; it’s about what hockey means to a place, to a generation, and to a guy who never let one close call define his life.
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What moment in junior hockey still gives you chills? The heartbreak. The triumph. The community. I want to read your memories.