‘No, it’s not happening,’ Patrice Bergeron CRUSHES rumors on comeback, states ‘I’m just enjoying life’ after retirement
There has been optimism that Patrice Bergeron, the former captain of the Boston Bruins, may skate again since his retirement on July 25, 2023. The emergence of a video of him ice skating on social media further stoked comeback rumors. Additionally, there was a rumor that the current team captain, Brad Marchand, was trying to talk him out of retiring.
But unfortunately, Bergeron squashed the rumors of his comeback in the latest post. He stated that he’s not interested in professionally competing on the ice again but is enjoying his life at a “slow pace”. His skating on ice is to keep him in shape but not for matches.
Fans were hoping to see the captain don the Bruins jersey one more time, but he said he’s content seeing how the team is playing as of now. He proudly stated that he never had any doubt that the team would reach Stanley Cup contention even without his help. On X, he noted,
With Bergeron’s retirement, many thought the Bruins would fall in the regular season, but they have once again soared high in the Eastern Conference. Although he admitted “Wish I could play forever” he also admitted that now “I’m doing the things I’ve always wanted to do. I’m just enjoying life.”
Lookback at Patrice Bergeron’s illustrious NHL career
Even though Patrice Bergeron is no longer with the Boston Bruins, his absence is still felt by both players and fans.He was once approached by Brad Marchand, who said he would love to have him back in the Stanley Cup battle between the midseason and retirement.
Within his 19-year career with the Bruins, he successfully built an illustrious HOF resume. With a Stanley Cup in name in 2011, he has played in 1,294 games notching 1,040 points. As the National Hockey League’s top-notch defensive forward, he won the Selke Trophy several times.
Since his 2003 NHL Draft by the Bruins, he has served the team as its captain from 2021 till 2023 retirement. He won gold in 2004 and 2005 World Championships and World Junior Championships along with several other accolades.
Reports state that 38-year-old Bergeron, who has a net worth of $92 million, is living life to the fullest with his family. He acknowledged that, although it is a fleeting emotion, he occasionally misses getting ready on the rink. Ultimately, he is content with his decision to retire last year and is taking pleasure in his free time to skate and unwind.
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