BEDFORD, Massachusetts – Don Sweeney, general manager of the Boston Bruins, spoke to the media on Monday afternoon before to the team’s travel back to Florida for Game 5 on Tuesday. The Black & Gold are presently down 3-1 against the Panthers. Sweeney talked on a variety of subjects, including Brad Marchand’s health, the team’s performance thus far, and the contentious refereeing calls that have surrounded the series.
Brad skated today and will be traveling with the team, said Sweeney. He continues to be daily. I hope he keeps going.The boys need to deliver it to him.
Regarding the Bruins’ unsuccessful attempt to claim goalie interference during Florida’s game-tying goal in the third frame of Game 4…
Sweeney: “That’s standard protocol; we’re not in a position to be criticizing the officials.” That will result in a fine for us, therefore my comment is not meant to be critical. To be really honest, my general thesis is that you shouldn’t question the coach regarding officiating and what transpires after the game.
“You guys ought to be concentrating on the things we didn’t perform well enough to win a game.”
Sweeney: “A statement regarding the Department of Player Safety’s interpretation of that situation is required. We have observed the situation from every aspect imaginable. Similar to the times when Brad has been called to the carpet and comparables are examined. It is their duty and obligation to safeguard the players, and we must accept that, regardless of their assessment. We are not annoyed by it in the least.
