The spotlight shifts to Patrice Bergeron, who was visibly emotional as he hugged his longtime teammate Brad Marchand following the Bruins' agonizing game seven defeat.
With the Panthers clinching a 3-2 overtime victory, they left Boston speechless. The Bruins' captain was captured on camera embracing his teammates as they left the ice.
A Potential Farewell for Bergeron?
While Bergeron is known for offering hugs after every game, particularly victories, and it was evident that this instance carried a different weight. Especially the heartfelt hug he shared with his close friend Marchand: