Bruins Legend Talks About The Possibility Of Coming Out Of Retirement
As the Boston Bruins bid farewell to two franchise legends in the previous off-season, the anticipation regarding their absence on the ice left many questioning the team's dynamics.
While the void left by their departure is palpable, there's a new revelation from Patrice Bergeron, shared by Shawn Hutcheon, the owner of The Fourth Period.
In a recent statement, Bergeron expressed his yearning for the game but unequivocally stated that he won't make a return to the Bruins' lineup.
His sentiments, shared on NHL Network, shed light on the internal struggle of wanting to play while recognizing the toll it takes on the body and family life. Bergeron stated,
"I went to the 1st game (of 2023-24 season)...Obviously. I had the itch to go back and play but that being said, I was at peace with it. I couldn't see myself going through the grind. It's demanding. It's hard on the body... "It's hard on family life. It almost felt like it was time. That's what I got from that...They're (Bruins) a special team. I wish them all the best. I'm going to be cheering them on for the rest of the year."
Despite speculation that Bergeron might follow in the footsteps of players returning post-trade deadline, his clear declaration about never making a comeback is akin to a gut punch for fans.
While he undoubtedly deserves the right to retire on his terms, the confirmation of his decision adds a definitive chapter to the Bruins' post-legend era.
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NOVEMBRE 21 | 2246 ANSWERS Bruins Legend Talks About The Possibility Of Coming Out Of Retirement Do you think Bergeron would ever come out of retirement? |
Yes | 559 | 24.9 % |
No | 1687 | 75.1 % |
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