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BSH Story Time: The time Bobby Clarke had his jersey stolen

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Bobby Clarke. Arguably the most recognizable Flyer of all time. That toothless grin that stretched ear to ear, and that number 16 jersey flowing on the ice.

Well, except for those two games in 1981 where Clarke did not sport his now-retired number 16.

It was February of 1981 and the Flyers were on the final two games of a six-game road trip out west. They were struggling, having only won one of their last four games. After coming off a 6-2 loss against the up-and-coming Oilers, the Flyers were preparing for their next game in Winnipeg, against the Jets.