Lost in the shuffle of me being a generally lazy person, being away, and the Stanley Cup Finals, I have been neglectful of this blog. With Milan and Miller laying on the floor panting, I thought now was as good a time as any to talk a bit about some good news out of the Boston Bruins. Sure, it’s 85 and sunny out. What a great time to sit inside and talk hockey!
A couple of weeks ago, the Boston Bruins signed fan favorite and resident tough guy, Shawn Thornton two a two year contract extension. I wasn’t sure the Bruins would resign Thornton because there are an awful lot of UFA tough guys out there this summer. By signing him though, they keep a very loyal soldier in the fold, as well as build some good will with a very angry fan base by keeping one of the most popular Bruins on the roster in the fold. Also, I think it’s great to have Thornton in the black and gold because despite the fact he’s a light heavyweight that fights in the heavyweight division, he takes on all comers, and doesn’t hurt you with the stupid penalties that a lot of enforcers like to take. Plus, when you need a good quote, he’s the guy to go to.
Nice work by the Boston front office keeping a guy that wants to be in Boston, in Boston. With the upcoming draft on Friday I am interested to see who #22 will be protecting in the near future. I am hearing some very disturbing rumors that I won’t get into now for fear of hurling on my computer. For now, let’s just concentrate on the positive enforcer news, and continue to pray the Bruins don’t manage to screw up the draft too bad next Friday!
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