Bergeron's health was in question, and to protect it at all costs that may have had to include not playing and retiring for professional hockey as a whole. Thankfully, Bergeron is back to his old self and will be returning for one last season!
Bergeron understands the Bruins are in cap space troubles, and took a MAJOR pay cut, nearly $8 million dollars LESS than what his expected contract was, but why?
Bergeron said the following:
''I think leaving a few dollars on the table really makes a big difference. The money is not important. Boston is my home''.
The contract is amazing for the Bruins, as it is a low value of $2.5m per season, but also amazing for Bergeron as there is $2.5 million in bonuses if he does well in certain areas!
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9 AOUT | 202 ANSWERS Bergeron Proves He's The Classiest Player in The NHL During This Interview Is Patrice Bergeron dumb for not taking more money? | ||
No, he's a smart man. | 156 | 77.2 % |
Yes he is! | 46 | 22.8 % |
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