Departure of Development and Scouting Assistant Marks Farewell for Bruins
In a touching gesture, the Boston Bruins bid farewell to Danielle Marmer, who has recently been named one of the six general managers for the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL). After a season serving as the player development and scouting assistant with the Bruins, Marmer now takes on a more significant role as the GM of Boston's PWHL franchise.
Don Sweeney, representing the Bruins' collective sentiment, expressed their excitement for Danielle Marmer's unique opportunity. In a statement shared on social media, Sweeney stated, "The Boston Bruins are excited for Danielle Marmer and this unique opportunity. Our organization will certainly miss Danielle and the impact that was made on both our staff and our players. We wish Danielle success in her new endeavor!"
With the initial free agency period about to commence at 1 p.m. ET on Friday, teams brace themselves for a ten-day window to mold their rosters ahead of the 2023 PWHL Draft scheduled for September 18.
Boston secured the third pick in the first round, setting the stage for shaping a competitive squad and building for the future.
In a captivating introductory video released by the PWHL Boston franchise, Marmer reaffirmed her commitment to uphold Boston's legacy of contending for championships year after year. She stated, " I know you want a competitive team that vies for championships year after year, that's just how Boston is. And I'm committed to building a team that this city will be proud of. "
While the PWHL anticipates a 24-game regular season to commence in January, the comprehensive schedule is yet to be unveiled as of Friday morning.
For those eager to delve into Danielle Marmer's hockey journey, her "My Story" feature on NESN 360 offers an inspiring tale of passion and progress within the hockey world.
Source: Nesn
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2 SEPTEMBRE | 58 ANSWERS Departure of Development and Scouting Assistant Marks Farewell for Bruins Do you think Danielle Marmer's transition from the Bruins to becoming the general manager of the PWHL Boston franchise is a positive move for her career? | ||
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