BOSTON — In a surprising turn of events, Red Sox legend Jonathan Papelbon has called for one of Team USA’s rising stars to make his way to Boston — but not to Fenway Park.
Following an intense and thrilling 4 Nations Face-Off championship game, Papelbon took to social media to express his admiration for Brady Tkachuk, the standout player for Team USA. Although the Ottawa Senators captain is known for his skills on the ice, Papelbon made it clear he believes Tkachuk would be a perfect fit for the Boston Bruins.
“Born and raised in the south, I’ve never watched hockey, but now I am! Oh, and the Tkachuk kid is a beast, he must be a @NHLBruins player!” Papelbon wrote on X. “Wait, he’s not a Bruin! Well, let’s get him to Boston.”
Papelbon’s enthusiasm for Tkachuk’s potential has caught the attention of fans, and even ESPN’s John Buccigross has echoed the sentiment, suggesting the younger Tkachuk brother would thrive in a Bruins uniform.
With the postseason around the corner, could this unexpected crossover of sports lead to Tkachuk joining the Bruins’ ranks in the future? Fans are certainly hopeful.
