Matthew Bergeron came to Syracuse with little fanfare. Back home in Canada, he’s a cause for celebration

Matthew Bergeron came to Syracuse with little fanfare. Back home in Canada, he’s a cause for celebration

Syracuse, N.Y. — Victoriaville, about 90 minutes southwest of Québec City, is an unabashed hockey town. When it comes to NFL fandom, the New England Patriots used to be king. But a favorite son, former Syracuse star Matthew Bergeron, has caused a shift in allegiance. At a local youth football practice, half the kids might show up in Falcons gear. The most popular jersey is the No. 65 of ...