Standout Career and Championship Win
Prior to his time in the NHL, Blaine Lacher had an impressive career at Lake Superior State in Michigan. He played a pivotal role in leading the team to a season title in 1993-94. At the time, Lacher’s .918 save percentage was the best in the country. He also achieved an incredible shutout streak of 375 minutes and 1 second.
Deep Condolences from the Boston Bruins
The news of Blaine Lacher’s passing has left the Boston Bruins organization deeply saddened. In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, the team expressed their thoughts and condolences to Lacher’s family, friends, and former teammates.
Transition to the NHL
Lacher made the decision to forgo his final year of amateur eligibility and signed with the Bruins as a free agent before the start of the 1995 season. In his rookie year, he had an impressive record of 19-11-2. However, his second and final year as a professional saw him go 3-5-2. Over the course of his tenure with the Bruins, Lacher appeared in 47 games and maintained a career save percentage of .887. He also participated in five playoff games during the 1994-95 season.
Brief Stint in the International Hockey League
After leaving the Bruins, Lacher had a brief stint in the International Hockey League (IHL), a former minor professional hockey league. He retired from the IHL in 1996. Lacher’s obituary in the Cook-Southland Funeral Chapel mentioned that he is survived by his son, Quin.
Our hearts go out to the family, friends, and fans mourning the loss of Blaine Lacher. He will always be remembered for his contributions to the sport and his time with the Boston Bruins.