We expect Patty to play hard, and he’s a big part of our team. … Until something really happens, these things have been out there before.
SAN JOSE – Patrick Marleau responded to the latest round of trade speculation on Wednesday, the day after reports surfaced that he would be willing to play for one of three teams and that he was the one likely pushing management to explore trade possibilities.
Does he want to stay in San Jose?
“I’ve been here forever and it’s been a great place to play,” said Marleau, the franchise’s all-time leader in scoring and games played.