Brad Marchand Refutes Elliotte Friedman’s Report on Contract Extension

Andrew Fantucchio of Boston Hockey Now: On Saturday evening, Elliotte Friedman suggested that Brad Marchand and the Boston Bruins were nearing a three-year contract extension. However, Marchand has publicly disputed this claim, asserting that the report is inaccurate. He expressed his perspective, stating, “Elliott likes talking about me this week. I’m not going to discuss contract matters in the media. That report from Elliott is false. If I was going to sign a three-year extension, it would have already been signed. Clearly, Elliott is just wrong there.” This statement highlights Marchand’s desire to keep contractual discussions private, contrasting with Friedman’s public claims.

Prior to the start of the season, General Manager Don Sweeney mentioned that discussions between the parties had indeed been ongoing, which adds another layer of complexity to the situation. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how this situation evolves, especially considering Marchand’s pivotal role on the team.

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Montreal Canadiens Coach Martin St. Louis Addresses Outside Criticism

TSN: In a recent interview, Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis shared his thoughts on external criticism and the noise surrounding his coaching decisions. St. Louis emphasized that he does not seek advice from critics and prefers to focus on his own judgment. He remarked, “Obviously the sound, right, is that what you’re stating? I don’t listen to things. And I’ll tell you why I don’t listen to things, because why would I take advice from someone I would never choose for recommendations?” His candidness reflects a commitment to his coaching philosophy and a desire to remain focused on the team’s performance.

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