New York Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette has addressed the decision to assign forward Brett Berard to the Hartford Wolf Pack of the American Hockey League, shedding light on the move.
The Rangers recently surprised many by sending rookie Brett Berard to the AHL while recalling Bo Groulx to the NHL roster.
The roster shuffle sparked significant debate and questions among Rangers fans and analysts, but Laviolette offered clarity on the reasoning behind the decision.
While Peter Laviolette may have shed some light on the decision to give Bo Groulx an opportunity, he left unanswered questions about why Brett Berard was sent down to the Hartford Wolf Pack.
Since joining the Rangers in November, Berard has been a reliable presence on the ice, providing the team with an essential spark. His contributions have not gone unnoticed, making the move even more puzzling for fans.
Reflecting on his time with the Rangers, Berard shared his excitement about achieving his NHL dream:
“It was super special – kind of lost control of my body. Some of the guys were giving me some crap for it, but yeah, I don’t know, it was a super special feeling, kind of everything you dream of as a kid. It was awesome.”
The decision to send him to the AHL remains a topic of debate among the Rangers community.
