BruinsTraining camp ended without any extension David Pastrnak. It’s not worrying the right wing.
Agent J.P. Barry has been in touch with Don Sweeney, general manager. Pastrnak doesn’t mind if their conversations extend into the regular seasons.
“I know they’re talking every day,” Pastrnak said. “Obviously they’re trying to get something done. It’s good they’re in contact. Confident it will get done.”
Pastrnak is an essential player for the Bruins. In terms of leverage, Pastrnak is the best. The Bruins can’t afford to let him go. Trades would not return the same value. There are very few teams that have the trade assets and long-term cap space to acquire Pastrnak.
Pastrnak signed a $40 million, six-year deal on the first day in training camp. His entry-level deal had expired. Pastrnak could have withheld services by failing to report to camp if the contract dispute had not ended.
It’s not the same this time around. Pastrnak still has one year to complete his contract. Pastrnak does not feel as stressed now that he has to write.
“It’s a little different than (five) years ago. You’re talking a year earlier,” said Pastrnak. “Technically, it’s no rush. The full season is available. Season hasn’t even started. For me, I’ve been focusing on my game this whole summer. I’m healthy. It’s something you shouldn’t take for granted. I am aware of that. I’m happy. That’s why I want to be on top of my game. The other stuff, it’s for people that work to worry — J.P. and guys around me.
