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8 athletes you definitely forgot played in Boston (Vol. 3)

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Here are eight more former professional athletes that you definitely forgot spent some time in Boston at one point in their careers.

  • Brian Leetch (Bruins, 2005)

    Brian Leetch

    Photo by Jeff Vinnick/Getty Images

    Brian Leetch was a five-time All-Star and two-time Norris Trophy winner during his 17 season with the New York Rangers. But do you remember that he actually wrapped up his illustrious career with the Bruins? The Hall of Famer played in 61 games for the B’s in 2005-06, scoring five goals and registering 32 points.

  • Brian Leetch was a five-time All-Star and two-time Norris Trophy winner during his 17 season with the New York Rangers. But do you remember that he actually wrapped up his illustrious career with the Bruins? The Hall of Famer played in 61 games for the B’s in 2005-06, scoring five goals and registering 32 points.

  • Kenny Britt (Patriots, 2017)

    Kenny Britt

    EDEN PRAIRIE, MN – JANUARY 31: Kenny Britt #85 of the New England Patriots looks on during the New England Patriots practice on January 31, 2018 at Winter Park in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.The New England Patriots will play the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LII on February 4. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

  • Kenny Britt played nine seasons in the NFL and caught over 600 passes, including 111 receptions in 2016. Britt signed with the Patriots in January of 2018 after being cut by Tampa Bay earlier in the season. He suited up for three games and caught two passes

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  • Mike Cameron (Red Sox, 2010-2011)

    Mike Cameron

    FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 28: Mike Cameron #23 of the Boston Red Sox poses during photo day at the Boston Red Sox Spring Training practice facility on February 28, 2010 in Ft. Myers, Florida. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

  • Mike Cameron was an All-Star outfielder who also won three Gold Gloves during his 17-year career. He signed with the Red Sox in 2010 as a 37-year old. He spent parts of two seasons in Boston, hitting .219 in 81 games.

  • Michael Finley (Celtics, 2009-10)

    Michael Finley

    BOSTON – MARCH 10: Michael Finley #40 of the Boston Celtics heads for the net in the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies on March 10, 2010 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The Grizzlies defeated the Celtics 111-91. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

  • Michael Finley is a two-time All-Star who played 15 seasons in the NBA. He was most known for his nine seasons spent in Dallas, but do you remember his short stint in Boston? Finley suited up for 21 games with the  Celtics, averaging 5.2 PPG in 2010.

     

  • Brian Gionta (Bruins, 2017-18)

    Brian Gionta

    TAMPA, FL – APRIL 3: Brian Gionta #12 of the Boston Bruins brings the puck up against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the third period of the game at the Amalie Arena on April 3, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brian Gionta

  • Brian Gionta spent 16 seasons in the NHL, but do you remember his time in Boston during the 2017-18 season? He signed as a free agent in February of 2018 and scored two goals in 20 games.

  • Michael Floyd (Patriots, 2016)

    Michael Floyd

    MIAMI GARDENS, FL – JANUARY 01: Michael Floyd #14 of the New England Patriots scores a touchdown during a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on January 1, 2017 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

  • Michael Floyd spent 7 seasons in the NFL, including five seasons in Arizona. But do you recall his two game stint in New England? Floyd caught six passes and scored a touchdown in his short time with the Patriots.

  • John Smoltz (Red Sox, 2009)

    John Smoltz

    ARLINGTON, TX – JULY 20: Pitcher John Smoltz #29 of the Boston Red Sox on July 20, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

  • Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz spent 20 seasons in Atlanta, helping the Braves win a world series in 1995. But do you remember when the eight time All-Star came to Boston? After signing as a free agent for the 2009 season, Smoltz faltered with a 8.33 ERA in eight starts before being released.

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  • Jameer Nelson (Celtics, 2014-15)

  • Jameer Nelson was a two-time NBA All-Star who played 14 seasons. He was most notably a member of the Orlando Magic, including a key cog on the 2009 team that took down the Celtics in the playoffs. But do you remember his short time with the Celtics? Nelson spent 6 games with the team in 2015 and recorded 4.8 PPG.

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