One of those unrestricted free agents being Nick Foligno, who joined the Bruins in early 2021. The Bruins could really use his leadership, size, and grit in the lineup, but it's unknown if the 35-year-old will be back with the Bruins next season.
In his finally media availability back on May 2, Foligno said his preference is to re-up with the Boston Bruins and hopefully help the Bruins redeem themselves for their disappointing seven-game first round series loss to the now Eastern Conference Champions, Florida Panthers.
Foligno and Boston Bruins' General Manager Don Sweeney seem to be on the same page, as Foligno said, «Yeah, I think there's a mutual respect for what I can bring to this group we've talked about that, it's obviously just going to be shaken out as the year goes on, but just to at least know that there's mutual interest is a good feeling,»
However, if the feeling changes and the Boston Bruins move on from Foligno, the winger stressed that he will play another season in the NHL.
The Bruins could really go either way here, but they are trying to get younger in their bottom six and Foligno would be a last resort. If he does hit the market it's more then likely he gets picked up, as plenty of teams can use his grit and leadership.
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27 MAI | 73 ANSWERS Boston Bruins Unrestricted Free Agent: Nick Foligno Do the Bruins offer Foligno another contract? | ||
Yes | 18 | 24.7 % |
No | 31 | 42.5 % |
Hopefully | 16 | 21.9 % |
Hopefully not | 8 | 11 % |
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