April 3, 2008 Bruschi: 'Productive' offseason for Patriots Play video

(NECN) - New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi says the team has had a productive off-season as they prepare to launch another effort at a fourth Super Bowl title, and that the 'Spygate' controversy won't be much of a distraction for a team that has picked up critics for doing one thing well - winning.

"When you're a World Champion, there isn't anything anyone can do or say that will take that away from you. No matter what's said, or what's done, we won those games. That's what I'll always know," Bruschi told Mike Giardi of NECN.

Bruschi credited the team with re-signing some key parts of last season's undefeated team, calling the off-season slower, but productive. "It's quality," Bruschi said.

Bruschi and his wife Heidi are sponsoring "A Night of Inspiration" on Saturday, April 19 at the Seaport Hotel in Boston to raise money for stroke awareness. 'Tedy's Team' will also feature a group of runners raising money for charity at this year's Boston Marathon. 

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