Some Vancouver Canucks fans, who apparently may still harbour some ill feelings toward Brad Marchand from the 2011 Stanley Cup Final, took it upon themselves to set up a GoFundMe page to pay for Brandon Prust’s fine for spearing the Bruins agitator.
Prust was levied a $5,000 fine for spearing Marchand in the groin area late in a 4-0 Canucks loss Saturday night.
A war of words between Prust and Marchand waged on Monday.
Prust did not extend an apology for his actions when he was asked about the incident Sunday. He jokingly called it the “best money I’ve ever spent.”
Marchand fired back Monday, telling reporters “he’s Brandon Prust, I’m not too concerned about him.”
A message on the GoFundMe page reads:
This ones for Brandon Prust of the Vancouver Canucks. We the fans of the Vancouver Canucks, agree to pay for the fine against Brad Marchand of the Boston Bruins.
Will surrender account to Brandon or Maripier Morin. As well as any NHL or Canucks department that anything donated will go to Brandons charity Prusty 4 Kids. Lets spread some holiday cheer to the families of Montreal and Vancouver! There will be a reciept sent after the big donation is made. I intend to do this as a hockey community its up to us to look out for those who need it most and the charity listed could really use the help.
The campaign has a long way to go with just $175 contributed late Monday night. Prust is in the final year of a four-year, $10-million contract, so he might be able to cover this one himself before he hits free agency.
Via Vice Sports
