Player Discussion Brad Marchand XI - Marching forward we go

[22Brad Park]

And if he says he wants to stay, looking for 3 yrs at 7 mi per

Or if he says he wants to the end of
the season to think it over

What do U do ?

Well a guy who took less to stay in prime yrs does not strike me as type to ask that at his age.Anyhow,we will know soon.

 

[Bruin4]

Well a guy who took less to stay in prime yrs does not strike me as type to ask that at his age.Anyhow,we will know soon.

Did he thou?

 

[22Brad Park]

Trading Marchand would be tricky since he likely wants to be a start to finish Bruins and is only chasing a Cup here

he’s signing an extension here it’s just would he be willing to go play 5+ weeks somewhere else

Truth be told it don't matter what he thinks if Sweeney wants to trade him.That said it's a respect thing to ask him he has earned that right.I am fine either way but still smart enough to know he is their best trrade chip..

 

[RoccoF14]

1 year at a time if we are bringing him back.

Yeah, that's a great deal if you're Boston. I just don't see the player agreeing to that, especially with a club that's a bubble team, at best. He'll get better offers elsewhere.

This is his last contract and his Cup Window is very, very small. I get that he loves Boston, but that's only gonna carry you so far.....He's also earned the right to be a little bit selfish.

 

[22Brad Park]

Did he thou?

I think he did yes.

 

[Sheppy]

Well a guy who took less to stay in prime yrs does not strike me as type to ask that at his age.Anyhow,we will know soon.

I don't really think he "took less" - He got market value and then became a bargain contract. Essentially he got what he was worth, then exceeded it with his play.

 

[22Brad Park]

I don't really think he "took less" - He got market value and then became a bargain contract. Essentially he got what he was worth, then exceeded it with his play.

That is fair enough Sheppy but there is no way he asking what Bruin4 suggested .Be interested to see how this pan's out.He will be 37 .

 

[Bruin4]

That is fair enough Sheppy but there is no way he asking what Bruin4 suggested .Be interested to see how this pan's out.He will be 37 .

You sure about that?

With the cap rising and seeing what Sweeney just gave to an inferior player, hell I might be selling him short.

 

[22Brad Park]

You sure about that?

With the cap rising and seeing what Sweeney just gave into an inferior player, hell I might be selling him short.

His best years are gone & he will be 37.yrs old Sweeney pays him 7 million, I will fly down to Boston and boot him in the nads

 

[Hookslide]

They have Poitras & Lohrei who several of those draft groups said would never make it

Both will eventually be plus NHL regulars

There is some doubt, just how good they will be, Loheri, I think he could have a good career, but could be just a decent 10 year career type.

 

[Number8]

God bless Marchy. Local news was doing a bit on the 4 nations and how it is a replacement for the All Star game and how players are pumped for it.

Marchy says “those All Star games are horrible to watch”.

 

[quietbruinfan]

I have mixed feelings about Marchy. His irresponsible line changes, high number of turnovers, and brutal shenanigans bug me from time to time.
However, he is very loyal, smart, competitive and one of the best players this franchise has ever had.

By rights, without sentimentality, he should be traded. But there is something to be said for continuity and a competitive attitude remaining too.

Just guessing but I don't think he has asked out. Still, if we trade him I think it is very unlikely he returns.

Unsentimental hardcase me is actually leaning toward keeping him. My mind and gut are saying he will be traded. Make what you will of that.

 

[22Brad Park]

I have mixed feelings about Marchy. His irresponsible line changes, high number of turnovers, and brutal shenanigans bug me from time to time.
However, he is very loyal, smart, competitive and one of the best players this franchise has ever had.

By rights, without sentimentality, he should be traded. But there is something to be said for continuity and a competitive attitude remaining too.

Just guessing but I don't think he has asked out. Still, if we trade him I think it is very unlikely he returns.

Unsentimental hardcase me is actually leaning toward keeping him. My mind and gut are saying he will be traded. Make what you will of that.

I agree with you in that last paragraph but my brain says it's quickest way to getting better.Sweenious is definitely under pressure now

 

[Guelph Bruin]

IF Sweeney asked, would Brad say no to 2-3 months of hockey and certain playoffs being on a line with the likes of Leon or Connor or Nathan? I doubt he says no if he likes the chances to add to his resume and mystique with another Stanley cup .... he is still a difference maker and teams know it ...and so does Brad...he's only got a few years left, he's not passing up a golden opportunity to be at the top again if offered. If it's the right circumstance, Brad is gone....just cant be to Toronto or I'll die

 

[Bruin4]

IF Sweeney asked, would Brad say no to 2-3 months of hockey and certain playoffs being on a line with the likes of Leon or Connor or Nathan? I doubt he says no if he likes the chances to add to his resume and mystique with another Stanley cup .... he is still a difference maker and teams know it ...and so does Brad...he's only got a few years left, he's not passing up a golden opportunity to be at the top again if offered. If it's the right circumstance, Brad is gone....just cant be to Toronto or I'll die

I think the 4 nations could be a big deciding factor. He goes there and hits it big with a McDavid, McKinnon or whoever, Sweeney phone will be ringing off the hook and he just might get an offer to tempting to refuse.

 

[22Brad Park]

I think the 4 nations could be a big deciding factor. He goes there and hits it big with a McDavid, McKinnon or whoever, Sweeney phone will be ringing off the hook and he just might get an offer to tempting to refuse.

He must be good on team Canada .Might get injured and get nothing too .Guaranteed as sure as sun comes up somebody is going down in that maade up tournament .GMs with shot at Cup will be sitting on pins and needles.

 

[Bruin4]

Might get injured and get nothing too .Guaranteed as sure as sun comes up somebody is going down in that maade up tournament .GMs with shot at Cup will be sitting on pins and needles.

Yea true but he or anyone can get injured at anytime, but proving to the hockey world that you’re still elite and gaining chemistry with another superstar doesn’t happen everyday. A good tournament only ups his value.

 

[22Brad Park]

Yea true but he or anyone can get injured at anytime, but proving to the hockey world that you’re still elite and gaining chemistry with another superstar doesn’t happen everyday. A good tournament only ups his value.

The fact they put him on a loaded team Canada should be enough to know he can still play.I can't wait till deadline is over so we can all see the direction team is heading.Sweeney has to get it right.

 

[Bruin4]

The fact they put him on a loaded team Canada should be enough to know he can still play.I can't wait till deadline is over so we can all see the direction team is heading.Sweeney has to get it right.

O’ I know he can and I know Marchy is going to want to prove to everyone even though he’s soon to be 37, he’s still one of the best players in the world. But I also know there are people out there who are still suspect of his abilities and there may be a GM or two amoung them.

 

[BadBruins]

I have mixed feelings about Marchy. His irresponsible line changes, high number of turnovers, and brutal shenanigans bug me from time to time.
However, he is very loyal, smart, competitive and one of the best players this franchise has ever had.

By rights, without sentimentality, he should be traded. But there is something to be said for continuity and a competitive attitude remaining too.

Just guessing but I don't think he has asked out. Still, if we trade him I think it is very unlikely he returns.

Unsentimental hardcase me is actually leaning toward keeping him. My mind and gut are saying he will be traded. Make what you will of that.

I agree.

I think he's earned the right to choose whether he wants to stick it out here, move on to a contender, retire, or chase the most guaranteed money possible (whatever his goals may be). He's been a loyal soldier.

If it's to finish his career here. Great. Sign the contract now..... or come to some sort of agreement in principle.

If he's unsure. Trade. If he wants to move on. Trade, obviously.

It's not going to be a franchise altering return. Worst case is this playing out until June/July and they end up with nothing....