Pat Maroon more than took the high road when he heard about the comments made about him by NESN’s Jack Edwards.
The Tampa Bay Lightning forward classily turned it into a charitable opportunity.
On Wednesday, while calling the Lightning game against the Boston Bruins, Edwards remarked, “[Maroon is] listed at 238 pounds. That was day one of training camp. I’ve got a feeling he’s had a few more pizzas between then and now.”
He then added, “Inadvertent fasting for Pat Maroon is like four hours without a meal. But hey, three [Stanley] Cups in a row, who can argue with his formula?”
Awful. But Maroon tweeted (see below) that he’s donating $2,000 in Edwards’ name to Tampa Bay Thrives, a nonprofit to help those who struggle with mental health:
Pat Maroon, fully minding his own business
Jack Edwards: pic.twitter.com/TE27x02Xi2
— Pete Blackburn (@PeteBlackburn) November 30, 2022
In support of those struggling with mental health, bullying and body image I am making a 2,000 donation in the name of @realjackedwards to @TampaBayThrives and I encourage @TBLightning and @NHL fans to join me. Donate here: https://t.co/ZEbWHw6Cqv
— Pat Maroon (@patmaroon) November 30, 2022
His teammate Steven Stamkos joined in:
Well done Patty…. Donating now! https://t.co/4dNTFSbJwA
— Steven Stamkos (@RealStamkos91) November 30, 2022
This is a wonderful gesture in the face of some seriously gross comments.
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