In response to Boston Bruins broadcaster Jack Edwards’s comments about his weight, Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pat Maroon announced Wednesday he’s donating $2,000 to Tampa Bay Thrives — a nonprofit assisting those struggling with mental health and substance use issues.
“In support of those struggling with mental health, bullying and body image I am making a 2,000 donation in the name of (Edwards) to @TampaBayThrives and I encourage NHL fans to join me,” Maroon wrote on Twitter.
Edwards, who does Bruins play-by-play for NESN, first noted Maroon’s 238-pound listed weight on Day 1 of training camp, saying “I’ve got a feeling he’s had a few more pizzas between then and now.”
After colour commentator Andy Brickley said the weight is listed “before (the) pre-game” meal, Edwards added: “[Intermittent] fasting for Pat Maroon is like four hours without a meal.”
Edwards then gave Maroon credit for his list of accolades, which include three Stanley Cups and 278 points over 671 career NHL games so far.
“But hey, three Cups in a row, who can argue with his formula?” said Edwards, referring to Maroon’s run of consecutive titles from 2019-2021.
Already, Maroon has his team captain and another NHL team jumping on board in support of the cause.
Lightning’s Maroon responds to Edwards’ comments with donation for mental health
Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Pat Maroon (14) sets up during the first period of Game 2 of the Stanley Cup finals series against the Montreal Canadiens in Tampa, Fla., Wednesday, June 30, 2021. (AP/file)
In response to Boston Bruins broadcaster Jack Edwards’s comments about his weight, Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pat Maroon announced Wednesday he’s donating $2,000 to Tampa Bay Thrives — a nonprofit assisting those struggling with mental health and substance use issues.
“In support of those struggling with mental health, bullying and body image I am making a 2,000 donation in the name of (Edwards) to @TampaBayThrives and I encourage NHL fans to join me,” Maroon wrote on Twitter.
Edwards, who does Bruins play-by-play for NESN, first noted Maroon’s 238-pound listed weight on Day 1 of training camp, saying “I’ve got a feeling he’s had a few more pizzas between then and now.”
After colour commentator Andy Brickley said the weight is listed “before (the) pre-game” meal, Edwards added: “[Intermittent] fasting for Pat Maroon is like four hours without a meal.”
Edwards then gave Maroon credit for his list of accolades, which include three Stanley Cups and 278 points over 671 career NHL games so far.
“But hey, three Cups in a row, who can argue with his formula?” said Edwards, referring to Maroon’s run of consecutive titles from 2019-2021.
Already, Maroon has his team captain and another NHL team jumping on board in support of the cause.
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