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Boston Bruins broadcaster Jack Edwards shamed Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pete Marvin during the team’s on-ice matchup Tuesday night, to which Marvin responded with a $2,000 donation to a mental health organization.
During the first period of the broadcast, Edwards had this to say about Marvin:
“Listed at 238 pounds, it was the first day of training camp,” he said. “I realized he had a few more pizzas between then and now.
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NESN Bruins broadcaster Jake Edwards is pictured in the booth above the TD Garden ice. The Boston Bruins hosted the Edmonton Oilers in a regular season NHL game at TD Garden.
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“Inadvertent fasting for Pete Marvin is like four hours without food. Hey, three cups in a row. Who can argue with that formula?,” he continued.
Marvin responded to Edwards’ comments on Twitter on Wednesday.
“In support of those struggling with mental health, bullying and body image I’m donating 2,000 to @TampaBayThrives in the name of @realjackedwards and I encourage @TBLightning and @NHL fans to join me. “
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Marvin added a link to Tampabaylightning.com/donate for those wishing to donate money to the team’s foundation.
Edwards received backlash from many in the hockey community for his words. Frank Ceravelli, president of the Professional Hockey Writers Association, contributed his piece.
“A blowhard broadcaster embarrassing a professional athlete and three-time Stanley Cup champion. @patmaroon doesn’t deserve this. No one does.
Pete Marvin #14 of the Tampa Bay Lightning skates against goalies Linus Ullmark #35 and Matt Grzelcyk #48 of the Boston Bruins during the second period at Amalie Arena on November 21, 2022 in Tampa, Florida.
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“Go home, Jack, you’re actually getting drunk.”
The Carolina Hurricanes also supported Maroon, saying “We stand with @patmaroon in support of those struggling with mental health, bullying and body image. We encourage #Canes fans to support Jack Edwards.” Donate $19 though.”
The Hurricanes’ tweet included a donation of $100.19 to the Lightning Foundation Inc.
The Bruins won the game 3-1 against the Lightning, where Taylor Hall scored two goals. Tampa Bay’s Steven Stamkos scored his 999th career point with a power play goal in the second period to tie the game at one.
Pete Maroon #14 of the Tampa Bay Lightning skates against the Calgary Flames during the second period at Amalie Arena on November 17, 2022 in Tampa, Florida.
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The Maroons logged 9:15 minutes of ice time, one shot on goal and two hits.
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