Some of the Broad Street Bullies had toughness. Some had exceptional hockey skills. Mel Bridgman had both.

The former Flyers captain and 1975 No. 1 overall draft pick died on Saturday at the age of 70.

Bridgman played six years for the Flyers and left his mark, contributing to the 1979-80 team that made it to the sixth game of the Stanley Cup Finals before losing to the New York Islanders.

Bridgman could mix it up with the best of them but he was also a talented offensive player. In his best season, he posted 33 goals and 87 points.

Former teammate Brian Propp was a rookie in 1979-80. The following season, he stayed at Bridgman’s home while acclimating to life as a pro.

“He was great, and it was fun,” Propp said in a telephone interview. “We hung out with guys like Frank Bathe. We did

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