Brad Marchand's a moment laced with emotion, as now he is one series away from possibly lifting the Cup again, wearing a jersey he never expected to wear.
This year marks Marchand’s fourth appearance in the Final. Unlike his previous runs with the Bruins, this one comes after a surprising trade at the NHL deadline. The Panthers took a bold step by acquiring him on March 7. Since then, he has seamlessly blended into Florida’s postseason machinery. His performance speaks volumes: four goals, 14 points, and a plus-11 rating in 17 playoff games. But behind the numbers is a player working through a mix of emotions.
Grateful but surprised by the Panthers' journey
Marchand has not hidden his surprise about how the last few months have unfolded. While his contributions on the ice have been vital for Florida, off the ice, he continues to process the unexpected nature of his move. For a player who wore the Bruins sweater for over a decade and a half, changing cities and colors wasn’t easy.
He acknowledges the rarity of this opportunity and how special it is to still be playing at this level. The Panthers have welcomed him, and he has delivered the veteran leadership and playoff edge they hoped for. Still, the shift from Boston to Florida was more than just a change of scenery. Though he may not have pictured himself in this role with Florida, he is determined to make the most of it.
Marchand’s Florida impact felt in every shift
Since joining the Panthers, Marchand has elevated an already strong team. His two-way play and playoff poise have been critical in Florida’s run back to the Final. Now, as they prepare to face the Edmonton Oilers, his presence looms large.
Read more: Darche embraces the Islanders' challenge with a vision to build a perennial playoff contender
Whether he ends the season hoisting the Cup or not, Marchand’s 2024 journey stands as a powerful reminder of how quickly things can change in hockey and how grace and grit can carry a player through.
This year marks Marchand’s fourth appearance in the Final. Unlike his previous runs with the Bruins, this one comes after a surprising trade at the NHL deadline. The Panthers took a bold step by acquiring him on March 7. Since then, he has seamlessly blended into Florida’s postseason machinery. His performance speaks volumes: four goals, 14 points, and a plus-11 rating in 17 playoff games. But behind the numbers is a player working through a mix of emotions.
Grateful but surprised by the Panthers' journey
If we told you at the beginning of the season Brad Marchand would be playing in the Stanley Cup Final for the Panthers, would you believe it? 😳
— NHLonTNT (@NHL_On_TNT) May 29, 2025
Marchy and @Jackie_Redmond after the Panthers clinched the Cup Final berth pic.twitter.com/TUOzEBsvft
Marchand has not hidden his surprise about how the last few months have unfolded. While his contributions on the ice have been vital for Florida, off the ice, he continues to process the unexpected nature of his move. For a player who wore the Bruins sweater for over a decade and a half, changing cities and colors wasn’t easy.
He acknowledges the rarity of this opportunity and how special it is to still be playing at this level. The Panthers have welcomed him, and he has delivered the veteran leadership and playoff edge they hoped for. Still, the shift from Boston to Florida was more than just a change of scenery. Though he may not have pictured himself in this role with Florida, he is determined to make the most of it.
Marchand’s Florida impact felt in every shift
Since joining the Panthers, Marchand has elevated an already strong team. His two-way play and playoff poise have been critical in Florida’s run back to the Final. Now, as they prepare to face the Edmonton Oilers, his presence looms large.
Read more: Darche embraces the Islanders' challenge with a vision to build a perennial playoff contender
Whether he ends the season hoisting the Cup or not, Marchand’s 2024 journey stands as a powerful reminder of how quickly things can change in hockey and how grace and grit can carry a player through.
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