Patrice Bergeron is arguably the most respected player in the NHL, and it shows by the words shared by a former player.

Retired defenseman and Boston native Keith Yandle sat down with NBC Sports Boston recently, and he shared some huge praise for Bergeron.

‘'He's made everyone better that he plays with.''

Yandle made a good point about how the Bruins captain is still playing much younger than 37 years old. Bergeron is the perfect example of what it takes to stay in the league so long and be effective.

Watch his interview here: