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  • Bruins Legend Patrice Bergeron Receives Huge NHL Honor

    Bruins Legend Patrice Bergeron Receives Huge NHL Honor

    The Boston Bruins are celebrating another big milestone for one of their all-time greats. On Friday, Bruins legend Patrice Bergeron was named to the NHL’s Quarter-Century Team, joining teammate Zdeno Chara in this exclusive group. This is a testament to Bergeron’s incredible skill but also his leadership and commitment to the game over two decades.

    A Well-Deserved Recognition

    Patrice Bergeron being on the NHL Quarter-Century Team puts him in the same company as the best of his generation. One of seven players who debuted between 2000 and 2010, Bergeron is a six-time Selke Trophy winner — an NHL record that proves he’s one of the best defensive forwards in league history.

    But that’s not all. Bergeron also won the Mark Messier Leadership Award (2021), the King Clancy Memorial Trophy (2013), and the NHL Foundation Player Award (2014). And let’s not forget the big one: he won the Stanley Cup with the Bruins in 2011.

    In a statement released by the Bruins, Bergeron said:

    “Being named to the NHL’s Quarter-Century Team is an amazing honor — I accept with gratitude and humility. This is not just about me, but about all the people who supported me and believed in me along the way.”

    He went on to thank his teammates, coaches, trainers and family for their roles in his success.

    “More than anything, I’m thankful for the memories and friendships for life that this game has given me.”

    Marchand’s Tribute to Bergeron

    Marchand also had some kind words about Bergeron in the release. Marchand talked about Bergeron’s unmatched leadership and team-first mentality:

    “The amount of time and effort he puts into making sure every guy, every day is in the right headspace, feeling good about themselves… He’s always looking for ways to bring the group closer together and have us bond and build chemistry.”

    Marchand added, on Bergeron’s ability to lift the team:

    “That’s not something that happens overnight. That’s a gift.”

    Marchand’s words sum up what makes Bergeron so special – not just his talent, but his selflessness and commitment to building a winning culture within the Bruins organization.

    Why Is This So Big?

    The NHL Quarter-Century Team is the top players from the last 25 years, divided by their debut eras. Bergeron joins Zdeno Chara, who is from the pre-2000 era, as one of the two Bruins on the team. Together they represent the legacy of the franchise.

    For Bergeron, this is a generational player whose impact goes beyond the numbers. His leadership, consistency and sportsmanship sets the standard for future players to follow.

    The Legacy Continues

    The NHL is revealing the final 12 members of the Quarter-Century Team this weekend and Bergeron’s inclusion is a reminder of his staying power. Whether it’s the Selke Trophy records or bringing the Cup to Boston, Bergeron is the definition of professionalism and excellence.

    You can be proud Bruins fans, your captain’s legacy will be in the record books forever.

  • Patrice Bergeron Draws the Line at Panthers Jersey for Brad Marchand

    Patrice Bergeron Draws the Line at Panthers Jersey for Brad Marchand

    Former Boston Bruins captain Patrice Bergeron is not enjoying life without Brad Marchand. In a recent interview he told a funny and sweet story about his kids asking for a Florida Panthers jersey with Marchand’s name on it. His response? “Too soon for that”

    This is just a small example of how tough it is to move on from Marchand leaving the Boston Bruins, the end of an era for one of the greatest duos in the NHL.

    Patrice Bergeron Stays Loyal to Boston Bruins

    Bergeron’s love for the Bruins goes deep, even in retirement. On NESN recently, the six-time Selke Trophy winner told a funny and revealing story about his family’s reaction to Brad Marchand’s trade to the Florida Panthers. After 14 years alongside Marchand, Bergeron said even his kids were caught up in the excitement of their favorite player joining a new team.

    “My kids were asking for a Marshy Florida jersey,” Bergeron said with a laugh. “I said, ‘Too soon for that.’”

    His response says a lot about the emotional attachement to seeing Marchand, a player who became Bruins, leave for another team. For Bergeron, it’s not just about jerseys, it’s about keeping the legacy of a player who meant so much to Boston hockey.

    Brad Marchand’s Departure Marks the End of an Era

    Marchand to the Florida Panthers ends an era for the Bruins. Over a decade as a building block of the organization and he’s gone. The trade his gone and fans and teammates are still trying to process. The Panthers sent a conditionally ranked 2nd round pick to Boston but no pick is going to make up for losing a player of Marchand’s level.

    Marchand was more than just a point producer—he was Bergeron’s right hand man and eventual captain. His absence is felt big time emotionally and competitively.

    Bergeron on Marchand’s New Chapter

    Bergeron didn’t sugarcoat how weird it was to see Marchand in Panthers gear for the first time. “Just seeing that—definitely different, obviously,” Bergeron said about Marchand’s debut with Florida. “I love him so much. I wish him all the best.”

    He’s being sincere, but you can tell Bergeron isn’t quite ready to think of Marchand as anything other than a Bruin.

    Why Did Marchand Leave the Bruins?

    The trade was all about contracts. According to Paul Bissonnette NHL analyst, Marchand wanted a 3 year $7.5M deal. The Bruins weren’t willing to do that so here we are.

    This was tough for both sides. Marchand had been a Bruin for over a decade.

    Bergeron’s Emotional Ties to Marchand

    Bergeron and Marchand had a special bond on and off the ice. Their chemistry was a big reason for the Bruins’ success including the 2011 Cup. Bergeron’s not ready to see Marchand in Panthers gear just yet says a lot about their friendship and the weight of his leaving.