With the NHL embroiled in a work stoppage, Bergeron spent the season with Providence of the American Hockey League and finished with 21 goals and 61 points in 68 games. Despite missing all but 10 games of because of a concussion, Bergeron's influence on the ice and inside the dressing continued to grow.
In Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals, Bergeron scored two goals as the Bruins claimed their sixth title over seven hard-fought games against the Vancouver Canucks. In , he led the League in plus-minus plus 36 , finished second in faceoff win percentage He also had 64 points. He would win the Selke in , and , joining Hockey Hall of Famer Bob Gainey as the only players to win the award four times.
Enter Search Term. Use arrows to navigate between autocomplete results. If no results appear, use Enter to do a full site search. He even had his highest season face-off percentage of his career at Even at points when the Bruins were struggling, Bergeron was always doing his best to lift the team up.
It was no surprise that when Zdeno Chara left Boston before the season, Bergeron was named captain. The Bruins and Bergeron have already reportedly been discussing a contract extension.
But for how long will that contract even be? Bergeron certainly would want to retire a Bruin and he certainly does not think his career is close to an end. His play clearly shows that his career is indeed not close to the end, but his age absolutely does. However, his age does not mean he will be completely done by the time he turns Bergeron is a type of player that will play until his body gives out, and he most likely will remain a great player for sometime.
These would continue up until the offseason that saw the veteran join the Washington Capitals. The situation with Bergeron is a little different compared to Chara.
The defensemen had played with other teams before linking up with the Bruins. All he has known in the NHL is the Bruins. The best move for both sides is to agree to these one-year deals moving forward. This gives the Bruins the flexibility to make moves while still ensuring that their captain stays where he belongs.
For Bergeron, it gives him the power to end his career on his terms. Your email address will not be published.
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