During his time with the Coyotes, Paul Bissonnette had one of the most entertaining Twitter feeds among NHL players despite his modest stats. He scaled back his social media presence in recent seasons while playing in the minors for the Los Angeles Kings organization.
However, Bissonnette's Twitter feed was hopping once again on Friday as NHL free agency opened, with a series of hilarious posts chronicling his search for a deal. While plenty of notable names signed big contracts, all Bissonnette, a free agent himself, could do is wait and tweet.
Phones fully charged. Still no calls but It's early. #StayPositive #NHLFreeagency
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
This is usually how it goes. All the big dogs go right away. Role players to follow. Not gonna panic. Stay the course. #NHLFreeagency
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
Called em back. Wasn't Jim. Telemarketer. Had a great conversation about what I could bring to the table. Always keep your options open.
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
Missed call from a Pennsylvania number. Looks like Pens want a repeat. I'll give it an hour to call back. Make Jim sweat a bit.
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
I still have the same number and email @brendanshanahan. Haven't changed it from 12 years. Unless you didn't back up with iCloud.
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
The biggest thing is making GM's feel like you have multiple offers. Never come off as desperate. Play with their emotions. #NHLFreeagency
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
Thought Pittsburgh was out but talks have resurfaced. pic.twitter.com/VoDDA17IB4
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
Toronto's officially out. #NHLFreeagency pic.twitter.com/QSdxbjDsxJ
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
Still at a stand still but today we made some moves. Still optimistic something can get done tomorow #NHLFreeagency pic.twitter.com/gJQs0ASHAD
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
Woah! Hold the phone. Catching wind the Preds are interested. Hang tight...
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
They FedExed over this beautiful hat. I'm over the moon, they said not to say anything but I couldn't contain myself pic.twitter.com/plPxOedG6L
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
Let's do this @PredsNHL. 👊🏼 pic.twitter.com/6Sc5zwuvtK
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 1, 2016
Bad news guys. Wasn't actually Poile on the phone. One of my "buddies" playing a joke. Really bummed. Back to square 1. #NoNashVegas 😔
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 2, 2016