Pastrnak Dismisses Spurs Leak as Bruins Captaincy Remains Unannounced

Boston’s ice rumbles under the skate blades as the 2026-27 season opens in days. The team awaits the final designation for its leader. General Manager Don Sweeney promised an announcement before the first game.

Since Brad Marchand left for Florida in 2025, the Bruins have operated without a single captain. Now, a social media post from a soccer club has stirred the pot. Fans believe David Pastrnak will wear the letter C.

Soccer club stirs captaincy rumors

Tottenham Hotspur posted on Tuesday about a jersey swap with Pastrnak. They referred to the right wing as a captain. The tweet spread quickly among Boston fans. Many saw it as an accidental leak of the Bruins' decision.

The club’s tweet described the exchange of gear between players. It labeled Pastrnak with the title. This came after Sweeney confirmed a captain would be named soon. The timing felt too precise to be coincidence for many observers.

Player dismisses the soccer clue

Pastrnak faced reporters on Tuesday night. He did not confirm the role. Instead, he offered a short, dry response. He pointed to the source of the rumor. He suggested the fans focus on hockey.

“It’s a football team,” Pastrnak said. “I don’t think you guys should worry about a football team.” The comment defused the tension. It highlighted the absurdity of seeking hockey news from a soccer account. The player remained silent on his own status.

Official announcement looms near opening

The Bruins face the Rangers on September 29. That date marks the start of the season. The captaincy should be settled by then. Until the organization speaks, the letter C remains unassigned.

In the 2025-26 season, three players shared the alternate role. Pastrnak, Charlie McAvoy, and Hampus Lindholm all carried the A. Now the team moves toward a single leader. The decision rests with Boston management.