Major Life Announcement From Bergeron May Impact His Future in The NHL
It's been a month since the Boston Bruins were unexpectedly eliminated from the playoffs, leaving lingering questions about the team's future, particularly the playing status of captain Patrice Bergeron.
According to insider Pierre LeBrun, there is still no definitive timeline for Bergeron's decision, mirroring last offseason's uncertainty. The Bruins are content to give Bergeron the time he needs to make up his mind.
But now, big news has dropped, news that is great for Bergeron and his family, but may be the deciding factor of his future in the NHL. Bergeron and his wife are having their 4th child in June, piled up with his injury battles, many insiders suggest it is time for him to hang up the skates.
Pierre LeBrun, a TSN reporter, checked into the situation and provided the following update:
«I checked into that situation today,». It's still undecided where that matter is at. Listen, the Bruins are putting zero pressure on their captain. They've got all the time in the world to wait for him to make a decision. Listen, Patrice Bergeron, by the way, and his wife are expecting their fourth child next month � so, there are more important things in their life than hockey. But at some point, he needs to make a decision.»
«Last year he didn't sign with the Bruins until August, although he told the team in July that [he] intended to come back. So, that might give you a bit of a timeline. But as someone close to it said to me today, there is no timeline. Everyone is waiting patiently for Patrice Bergeron to decide his future.»
With Bergeron expecting his fourth child next month, LeBrun emphasizes that family matters take precedence over hockey. However, as the NHL Draft and free agency approach, Boston will need clarity to address their cap situation and plan for the offseason effectively.
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With his 4th child coming, and all of his injuries, will Bergeron return? |
Yes | 80 | 43.5 % |
No | 104 | 56.5 % |
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