Bruins fans are absolutely cooked right now—and not in a good way. After Boston’s latest disaster class on the ice, frustration’s boiling over faster than instant ramen. How so? Well, Brad Marchand, usually the guy stirring the pot, has found himself at the center of a full-blown roast session after dropping some post-game wisdom that didn’t exactly hit the way he thought it would.
On February 28th, Bruins insider Joe Haggerty (aka @HackswithHaggs) hit X with the Marchand quote that’s got everyone clutching their heads: “We may not achieve what we want to this year, but that doesn’t mean we can’t build to achieve something greater [down the line] & bring it back next year. We’re gonna work every single day to improve & we’ll claw & fight every single game to get into the playoffs.”
Brad Marchand: “We may not achieve what we want to this year, but that doesn’t mean we can’t build to achieve something greater [down the line] & bring it back next year. We’re gonna work every single day to improve & we’ll claw & fight every single game to get into the playoffs”
— Joe Haggerty (@HackswithHaggs) February 28, 2025
Except the vibes are anything but fine. The Bruins’ last few weeks have been pure pain. The team has scraped together only 2 wins in February: against the New York Rangers on 1st February and on 4th February against the Minnesota Wild. But otherwise, it’s all faded. They’ve dropped 5 clangers in a row, and to add salt to the wound, 4 of those Ls took place in TD Garden.
Not exactly the record you want to pair with a “We’ll fight for the playoffs” speech. So, naturally, the fans took to the comments. And let me tell you—they didn’t hold back. From “pack it up, season’s cooked” to full-on front office rage, fans unloaded all their hockey heartbreak right under Haggs’ post.
Fans went off on Brad Marchand’s comments
First up, one fan didn’t just call it — they practically mailed in the rebuild papers themselves: “It’s over time to start over but again why is Sweeney making those decisions?” Honestly? Fair frustration. Don Sweeney, the Bruins’ GM since 2015, has a track record that’s, well… mixed at best. He built some solid contending rosters, sure, but his drafting and deadline decisions have haunted this team for years. With the trade deadline looming, fans aren’t just questioning Brad Marchand’s comments — they’re wondering if Sweeney’s the guy to steer this ship at all.
Then came the second burn: “Should have traded him when he still had value.” That’s a gut punch — but it’s not wild talk. Brad Marchand is 36 years old, and while he’s still productive (second in the team for points & assists and highest goalscorer this season), his window is closing fast. If they’re serious about building for the future, moving Marchand before his value dipped might’ve been the cold but smart call.
A third fan came swinging with a team-wide roast: “Time to let them play golf before someone else gets hurt. These guys don’t seem to play for each other. Feels very much like going through the motions.” Harsh? Yes. True? Also yes. This losing streak isn’t just about bad luck — it’s about bad energy. 5 losses and counting, with 4 home defeats in a row is simply not the mark of a team that’s all-in, as they fall further and further behind in the standings, currently in 6th
And then came the reality check we all saw coming: “I’m sorry but he’s delusional. They’ve lost 5 in a row. This team is going nowhere.” It’s brutal honesty, but it’s also facts on facts. The Bruins are now trending straight down the standings. And from their position in 6th place, their chances of keeping their 8 season playoff streak, tied with the Toronto Maple Leafs for the longest active streak in the NHL- look dim.
Finally, one fan took a direct shot at Brad Marchand himself: “Brad, you probably won’t BE here next year. Good luck. Great Bruin, but win Cup elsewhere.” That one stings. But here’s the real kicker — they might not be wrong. Marchand hits free agency this year, and rumors have already been swirling regarding a trade. Additionally, there’s no guarantee he will be offered a contract extension, even if he stays. The Bruins are staring at a potentially major rebuild, and even legends aren’t untouchable when the rebuild hammer drops.
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