Lightning’s Pat Maroon mocked by broadcaster, donates to charity

Tampa Bay Lightning ahead Pat Maroon was mocked by NESN broadcaster Jack Edwards throughout Tuesday’s sport between Tampa and the Boston Bruins. He is now turning that adverse consideration right into a constructive change for good.

It was halfway by way of the primary interval on Tuesday when Edwards, the Bruins’ longtime play-by-play announcer, made some focused feedback concerning the 6-foot-3 winger’s measurement, whereas additionally referencing Maroon’s run of championships with St. Louis and back-to-back titles in Tampa.

NESN’s shade commentator, Andy Brickley, additionally chimed in, which stored Edwards occurring Maroon for over 30 seconds.

“[Maroon] is listed at 238 kilos,” the 65-year-old broadcaster stated. “That was Day 1 of coaching camp. I’ve acquired a sense he is had just a few extra pizzas between then and now. Fasting. Inadvertent fasting for Pat Maroon is like 4 hours with out a meal. However hey, [he’s won] three [Stanley Cups] in a row! Who can argue along with his system?”

The seemingly unprovoked commentary impressed Maroon to get charitable. The 34-year-old took to Twitter on Wednesday to announce that, “in assist of these battling psychological well being, bullying and physique picture,” he had made a $2,000 donation in Edwards’ title to Tampa Bay Thrives, a nonprofit that assists those that battle with psychological well being and substance abuse points.

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Maroon inspired his followers to make their very own donations too. His teammate Steven Stamkos instantly got here by way of to assist the participant affectionately often known as “Huge Rig,” and the Tampa Bay Lightning basis applauded Maroon’s dedication to highlighting the significance of psychological well-being.

“Nicely finished Patty,” Stamkos responded to Maroon through Twitter. “Donating now!”