At the Bruins' first captains' practice, Marchand acknowledged the uphill battle, stating,
Marchand, a likely candidate for the captaincy at 35, stressed the importance of leadership beyond the title, a characteristic he possesses, according to Charlie Coyle.
While leadership is vital, the Bruins must also address the challenge of replacing Bergeron and Krejci's production and leadership collectively. The departures of key players like Tyler Bertuzzi and Taylor Hall could have ripple effects on the team's dynamics.
Despite these challenges, the Bruins are determined to forge ahead into the upcoming season.
Source: ca.sports.yahoo
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10 SEPTEMBRE | 114 ANSWERS Marchand Assumes Leadership Role Following Bergeron's Exit Do you think Brad Marchand and the Boston Bruins face a significant challenge without Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci? | ||
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