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Post by dannycater on Jul 25, 2023 20:58:01 GMT
Retire his number. Rename the Selke. Stick him in the HOF. Stick a picture of him in Websters under the word warrior... Shit, rename the practice rink the Bergeron ice arena. Unfortunately his pain tolerance and compete level that kept him in so many games is also the right reason to keep him out going forward. It's been a decade plus of losing the last game and then getting the lengthy list of injuries bergy was playing through. It just seems like it was the right call. I'd love to see him in the org at some level. I bet hed make an awesome coach. Catch that rip in line #5...well played, sir.
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Post by sandogbrewin on Jul 25, 2023 20:59:27 GMT
Maybe the Bruins didn't offer enough money? Seems more are surprised this year, than last. A ton figured he was in this year. I'm surprised anyone could lose even an ounce respect for a guy who is choosing to put his efforts into being a better husband and father after 19 fucking years. Lastly, I really enjoy Batman comics. The Dark Knight series is awesome. Last thing, when thinking about Bergeron, is that his decision was about money. He could have demanded a $6M base last season with incentives. Think the Bruins would have given that to Bergy ?
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Post by dannycater on Jul 25, 2023 21:00:15 GMT
An era has ended. I remember seeing Bergeron in training camp and thinking it would be a crying shame to send him back to junior. And now here we are. All I can say at this time is fuck fucking baseball well, it's a faster fuck..used to just be a slow fuck, now it's a faster fuck with all the pitch/hit clocks.
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Post by dannycater on Jul 25, 2023 21:01:03 GMT
I'm surprised anyone could lose even an ounce respect for a guy who is choosing to put his efforts into being a better husband and father after 19 fucking years. Lastly, I really enjoy Batman comics. The Dark Knight series is awesome. Last thing, when thinking about Bergeron, is that his decision was about money. He could have demanded a $6M base last season with incentives. Think the Bruins would have given that to Bergy ? They sure as hell weren't giving that to Bertuzzi.
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Post by dezaruchi on Jul 25, 2023 21:10:11 GMT
Last thing, when thinking about Bergeron, is that his decision was about money. He could have demanded a $6M base last season with incentives. Think the Bruins would have given that to Bergy ? They sure as hell weren't giving that to Bertuzzi. Seems like nobody was.
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Post by mdsizzle on Jul 25, 2023 21:56:25 GMT
Retire his number. Rename the Selke. Stick him in the HOF. Stick a picture of him in Websters under the word warrior... Shit, rename the practice rink the Bergeron ice arena. Unfortunately his pain tolerance and compete level that kept him in so many games is also the right reason to keep him out going forward. It's been a decade plus of losing the last game and then getting the lengthy list of injuries bergy was playing through. It just seems like it was the right call. I'd love to see him in the org at some level. I bet hed make an awesome coach. Catch that rip in line #5...well played, sir. I learned from the best!
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Post by mdsizzle on Jul 25, 2023 21:59:10 GMT
An era has ended. I remember seeing Bergeron in training camp and thinking it would be a crying shame to send him back to junior. And now here we are. All I can say at this time is fuck fucking baseball Seems like just yesterday he was riding the Zamboni across the Zachem with Razor... Goofy little French Canadian kid...
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Post by islamorada on Jul 25, 2023 22:17:57 GMT
Congratulations Patrice!!! Totally understand and the physical aspect can takes its toll. Sucks no more Bergeron. He was a joy to have. Lucky Bird, Bourque and Bergeron had long careers. All Bs, add Brady for a novelty!
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Post by RichHillOntario on Jul 25, 2023 22:21:54 GMT
Window officially closed. Great run by Bergeron, Krejci, Chara, Rask, Marchand. New window to open up soon I hope. I don't feel good about the Bruins no longer having one of the most complete players in league history. I'm in agreement with what you said about one window closing but with that comes the chance of another opening, danny. So, let's get going, Johnny Beecher, Marc McLaughlin, whomever else. Time to start carving your path.
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Post by thanx4memORRies on Jul 25, 2023 22:47:00 GMT
Window officially closed. Great run by Bergeron, Krejci, Chara, Rask, Marchand. New window to open up soon I hope. I don't feel good about the Bruins no longer having one of the most complete players in league history. I'm in agreement with what you said about one window closing but with that comes the chance of another opening, danny. So, let's get going, Johnny Beecher, Marc McLaughlin, whomever else. Time to start carving your path. At the age Beecher and McLaughlin are, Bergy already had carved his path…. Maybe Matthew Poitras isn’t that far….
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Post by tomobrien on Jul 25, 2023 22:55:40 GMT
I won't judge Bergy. After 19 years of professional hockey, the toll on his body must have been immense. Money was not the issue, it never was. I honestly believe it was a combination of the physical toll and parenthood calling. I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to watch him for so many years. Nothing but thanks and respect...and very sad I pray he comes back as a coach with the Bruins!
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Post by Bim on Jul 26, 2023 0:04:20 GMT
Legendary career, I'm glad he made it through without any more head injuries. He will be missed, immensely.
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Post by brewwins on Jul 26, 2023 0:09:14 GMT
Bergie has earned his right to retire when he wanted to not when we wanted him to. A class act and I'm glad he got that ring in 2011. He probably deserved at least one more. An all time great Bruin. I hope he enjoys his retirement. I really could see him coming back to the Bruins and working for the organization.
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Post by brewwins on Jul 26, 2023 0:11:04 GMT
As a sports fan this is a very difficult time for me. Bergeron retirement and only another week with Ohtani for the Angels. FUCK!!!!!! Halos squandering two insanely talented players in their prime. Having said that...come to Boston Ohtani!!! Anywhere but to the Yankees. I'm loving their mediocrity right now.
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Post by bookboy007 on Jul 26, 2023 1:55:27 GMT
Honestly, I am surprised more than anything. I really thought he would give it one more shot.
After that, I am relieved. For two reasons. He retires off of two straight Selke trophies. I think with his feel for the game and his ability to read the play, he could have done the Carbonneau thing and kept playing as a D specialist and faceoff king until he was 40+. But last year was his worst offensive season since Cassidy took over. A lot of his offense came off of faceoff plays and the PP, and the PP hit the worst snag in a long time. I think he was getting to the point where his ability to be a dominant #1C was starting to flag after a couple of tough playoffs the last two years. The days of dominating game 7s were over.
I am relieved but not happy that one of my favorite players won't go down that path of being told it's time. I respect the self-awareness of an athlete who knows when it's his time.
I am also relieved that he ends his career before that next concussion did. Since his second serious concussion, it has always been a possibility that a bad hit, a random collision, an unlucky flailing limb from a teammate falling beside him in a pileup at the net would bring back those post-concussion blues. That that never happened is a minor miracle.
Congratulations on a HoF career and winning every major championship there is. The epitome of playing the right way. And a hell of a left hand when he needed it.
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Post by stevegm on Jul 26, 2023 2:25:37 GMT
I won't judge Bergy. After 19 years of professional hockey, the toll on his body must have been immense. Money was not the issue, it never was. I honestly believe it was a combination of the physical toll and parenthood calling. I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to watch him for so many years. Nothing but thanks and respect...and very sad I pray he comes back as a coach! but you are judging, just like most here. my points aren't highly judgemental, rather a bit of a counterpoint to all the suckery. i'm not sure the "toll' on him is any worse than anyone else whose played that long and continues to play at a high level. neither does anyone else here, who feels so emotionally violated. if I hear differently, i'll update my thoughts.
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Post by stevegm on Jul 26, 2023 2:51:22 GMT
Maybe the Bruins didn't offer enough money? Seems more are surprised this year, than last. A ton figured he was in this year. I'm surprised anyone could lose even an ounce respect for a guy who is choosing to put his efforts into being a better husband and father after 19 fucking years. Lastly, I really enjoy Batman comics. The Dark Knight series is awesome. I guess at my age dez...I don't consider "19 fucking years" is as important as still being a great player. I don't think you need to give up your job, in order to be a "better husband and father". they get way more holidays than I ever did, and get more time to spend with their families than I ever did. respect? I don't know patrice bergeron. I just know the part he plays in this fantasy I follow. I'm sure he's a wonderful human, but I have no business speaking to that, cuz i have no insight. I respect he's earned choices, and they're his to decide upon. I have great respect for the way he's carried himself and played the game. He's a certain HOFer, and his number will rightfully be retired. He's one of the greatest Bruins ever, but imo, he tired of the dream before most in that same category, and i'm not going to call that a positive. bookboy spoke to the "awareness" thing. personally, I hate that. most agree with book, that the athlete who goes out on top somehow protects and elevates his legacy. I think it's an egotistical crock. gordie howe, johnny bucyk, tons of others, they didn't tarnish their brand by staying, they exhibited passion for the game in my eyes. they understood their blessings, and fought and scratched for the opportunity to compete. guess I don't know how anyone could lose "evan an ounce of respect for that" hope all is well in the port city. cheers
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Post by dannycater on Jul 26, 2023 3:30:31 GMT
I'm surprised anyone could lose even an ounce respect for a guy who is choosing to put his efforts into being a better husband and father after 19 fucking years. Lastly, I really enjoy Batman comics. The Dark Knight series is awesome. I guess at my age dez...I don't consider "19 fucking years" is as important as still being a great player. I don't think you need to give up your job, in order to be a "better husband and father". they get way more holidays than I ever did, and get more time to spend with their families than I ever did. respect? I don't know patrice bergeron. I just know the part he plays in this fantasy I follow. I'm sure he's a wonderful human, but I have no business speaking to that, cuz i have no insight. I respect he's earned choices, and they're his to decide upon. I have great respect for the way he's carried himself and played the game. He's a certain HOFer, and his number will rightfully be retired. He's one of the greatest Bruins ever, but imo, he tired of the dream before most in that same category, and i'm not going to call that a positive.
bookboy spoke to the "awareness" thing. personally, I hate that. most agree with book, that the athlete who goes out on top somehow protects and elevates his legacy. I think it's an egotistical crock. gordie howe, johnny bucyk, tons of others, they didn't tarnish their brand by staying, they exhibited passion for the game in my eyes. they understood their blessings, and fought and scratched for the opportunity to compete. guess I don't know how anyone could lose "evan an ounce of respect for that" hope all is well in the port city. cheers You're right, it's your egotistical crock as a poster here that I don't think deserves respect as your opinion on this is simply baffling as a long-time B's fan. How anyone in their screwed up mind can make a statement about tiring of the dream before most when he went 19 fucking seasons, fought through a debilating concussion that a few thought would end his career, fought through multiple injuries to various parts of his body that was breaking down over the years due to his 150 percent pursuit of great hockey....how anyone can make some of your ridiculously stupid statements is beyond belief. You are literally the only fucking fan on this board who seems to feel Bergeron just didn't do it for you. Well fawk you, and fawk using Howe (a hanger on who just wanted to play with his sons) or Bucyk in the same vain as Patrice, who saw the league explode into a fast-paced, fast-skating, high skilled sport. Bergeron's 19 years is like 30 for Johnny and Gordie. You want to kick Neely's dog too? You're bordering on becoming a tool.
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Post by brewwins on Jul 26, 2023 3:35:49 GMT
I'm surprised anyone could lose even an ounce respect for a guy who is choosing to put his efforts into being a better husband and father after 19 fucking years. Lastly, I really enjoy Batman comics. The Dark Knight series is awesome. I guess at my age dez...I don't consider "19 fucking years" is as important as still being a great player. I don't think you need to give up your job, in order to be a "better husband and father". they get way more holidays than I ever did, and get more time to spend with their families than I ever did. respect? I don't know patrice bergeron. I just know the part he plays in this fantasy I follow. I'm sure he's a wonderful human, but I have no business speaking to that, cuz i have no insight. I respect he's earned choices, and they're his to decide upon. I have great respect for the way he's carried himself and played the game. He's a certain HOFer, and his number will rightfully be retired. He's one of the greatest Bruins ever, but imo, he tired of the dream before most in that same category, and i'm not going to call that a positive.bookboy spoke to the "awareness" thing. personally, I hate that. most agree with book, that the athlete who goes out on top somehow protects and elevates his legacy. I think it's an egotistical crock. gordie howe, johnny bucyk, tons of others, they didn't tarnish their brand by staying, they exhibited passion for the game in my eyes. they understood their blessings, and fought and scratched for the opportunity to compete. guess I don't know how anyone could lose "evan an ounce of respect for that" hope all is well in the port city. cheers How many years does one have to play before you call it a positive? 19 years is pretty fucking long in terms of a professional hockey players career. How do you know he tired of the dream? You have no fucking idea what he did.
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Post by dannycater on Jul 26, 2023 3:39:49 GMT
fuck stevegm turned into spazzed out Jack Edwards practically overnight.
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Post by mdsizzle on Jul 26, 2023 11:10:54 GMT
It is really a shame the majority of the team played like pig shit when Bergy came back this year... Ending your career on an epic collapse is not a fitting end for Bergy.
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Post by mdsizzle on Jul 26, 2023 11:15:20 GMT
It is really a shame the majority of the team played like pig shit when Bergy came back this year... Ending your career on an epic collapse is not a fitting end for Bergy. Reminiscent to the team playing like pig shit and letting Tuuk down in 2019. In 2011 the team was greater than the sum of their parts... Since then, and we've had some fantastic fucking parts, the team as been far less than the sum of their parts.
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Post by stevegm on Jul 26, 2023 11:17:53 GMT
I guess at my age dez...I don't consider "19 fucking years" is as important as still being a great player. I don't think you need to give up your job, in order to be a "better husband and father". they get way more holidays than I ever did, and get more time to spend with their families than I ever did. respect? I don't know patrice bergeron. I just know the part he plays in this fantasy I follow. I'm sure he's a wonderful human, but I have no business speaking to that, cuz i have no insight. I respect he's earned choices, and they're his to decide upon. I have great respect for the way he's carried himself and played the game. He's a certain HOFer, and his number will rightfully be retired. He's one of the greatest Bruins ever, but imo, he tired of the dream before most in that same category, and i'm not going to call that a positive.bookboy spoke to the "awareness" thing. personally, I hate that. most agree with book, that the athlete who goes out on top somehow protects and elevates his legacy. I think it's an egotistical crock. gordie howe, johnny bucyk, tons of others, they didn't tarnish their brand by staying, they exhibited passion for the game in my eyes. they understood their blessings, and fought and scratched for the opportunity to compete. guess I don't know how anyone could lose "evan an ounce of respect for that" hope all is well in the port city. cheers How many years does one have to play before you call it a positive? 19 years is pretty fucking long in terms of a professional hockey players career. How do you know he tired of the dream? You have no fucking idea what he did.how do I know??? same as how I know 2+2=4. he's plenty good enough, he's healthy enough, the Bruins want him back. he just isn't interested.
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Post by stevegm on Jul 26, 2023 11:32:26 GMT
I guess at my age dez...I don't consider "19 fucking years" is as important as still being a great player. I don't think you need to give up your job, in order to be a "better husband and father". they get way more holidays than I ever did, and get more time to spend with their families than I ever did. respect? I don't know patrice bergeron. I just know the part he plays in this fantasy I follow. I'm sure he's a wonderful human, but I have no business speaking to that, cuz i have no insight. I respect he's earned choices, and they're his to decide upon. I have great respect for the way he's carried himself and played the game. He's a certain HOFer, and his number will rightfully be retired. He's one of the greatest Bruins ever, but imo, he tired of the dream before most in that same category, and i'm not going to call that a positive.
bookboy spoke to the "awareness" thing. personally, I hate that. most agree with book, that the athlete who goes out on top somehow protects and elevates his legacy. I think it's an egotistical crock. gordie howe, johnny bucyk, tons of others, they didn't tarnish their brand by staying, they exhibited passion for the game in my eyes. they understood their blessings, and fought and scratched for the opportunity to compete. guess I don't know how anyone could lose "evan an ounce of respect for that" hope all is well in the port city. cheers You're right, it's your egotistical crock as a poster here that I don't think deserves respect as your opinion on this is simply baffling as a long-time B's fan. How anyone in their screwed up mind can make a statement about tiring of the dream before most when he went 19 fucking seasons, fought through a debilating concussion that a few thought would end his career, fought through multiple injuries to various parts of his body that was breaking down over the years due to his 150 percent pursuit of great hockey....how anyone can make some of your ridiculously stupid statements is beyond belief. You are literally the only fucking fan on this board who seems to feel Bergeron just didn't do it for you. Well fawk you, and fawk using Howe (a hanger on who just wanted to play with his sons) or Bucyk in the same vain as Patrice, who saw the league explode into a fast-paced, fast-skating, high skilled sport. Bergeron's 19 years is like 30 for Johnny and Gordie. You want to kick Neely's dog too? You're bordering on becoming a tool. any enlightened hockey fan that would refer to Gordie Howe, as some "hanger on"...or your Bucyk comment, that is so rattled, it doesn;t make any sense regardless what you meant......is a squealing, hyper sensitive, over reactive, hero worshipper, not a hockey adult.
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Post by sandogbrewin on Jul 26, 2023 11:49:45 GMT
I don't feel good about the Bruins no longer having one of the most complete players in league history. I'm in agreement with what you said about one window closing but with that comes the chance of another opening, danny. So, let's get going, Johnny Beecher, Marc McLaughlin, whomever else. Time to start carving your path. At the age Beecher and McLaughlin are, Bergy already had carved his path…. Maybe Matthew Poitras isn’t that far…. Poitras is heading back to the OHL.
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