Rumor: Bruins’ owner Jacobs interfering in Pastrnak negotiations?

You know, we know it, forward David Pastrnak has yet to sign with the Boston Bruins.

According to writer Jimmy Murphy, Bruins' owner Jemery Jacobs could be behind the impasse between the club and Pastrnak.

Also, there's growing feeling amongst #NHL players & execs, that #NHLBruins owner Jeremy Jacobs is playing larger than told role w/#Pastrnak
— Jimmy Murphy (@MurphysLaw74) September 13, 2017

Murphy noted that Jacobs could be using the ongoing negotiations to stem rising tide in salaries paying for potential. Other elements in what the forward is looking are creating obstables for the owner.

One final thing on #Pastrnak, as I've stated here before, the lockout-clad bonuses #Pastrnak wants are also a big issue for Bruins/Jacobs.
— Jimmy Murphy (@MurphysLaw74) September 13, 2017

The journalist also explained that Pastrnak is seeking the same length of contract as Edmonton Oilers' Leon Draisailt was offered, but is seeking an annual salary of $7,5M.

Multiple sources telling me today that #Pastrnak does want the 8-yr term #Draisaitl got, but is asking for $7.5 per yr. #NHLBruins
— Jimmy Murphy (@MurphysLaw74) September 13, 2017

A lot to take in, Bruins fans!

Rumor: Bruins’ owner Jacobs interfering in Pastrnak negotiations?

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