Trending away from leadership?

With the Bruins' season coming to an end in the second round of the playoffs, the future of Shawn Thornton is being questioned in Boston, even though it probably shouldn't be

Peter Chiarelli, when talking about Thornton's future, pointed out that the NHL game is "trending away" from fighting. His words could be a sign that the Bruins' enforcer won't be back next season.

On WEEI 93.7 FM Saturday night, I strongly defended Thornton and the leadership he brings to the team, and passionately explained why I think the Bruins should bring him back for one more year.

Listen below, or at WEEI.com:

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@DannyPicard