Career Timeline of Brad Marchand: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Brad Marchand, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Brad Marchand is a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger currently playing for the Florida Panthers in the NHL. He was drafted by the Boston Bruins in the third round, 71st overall, of the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2005: World U-17 Hockey Challenge

In 2005, Brad Marchand competed in the World U-17 Hockey Challenge and won a bronze medal with Team Canada Atlantic.

January 2, 2006: Traded to Val-d'Or Foreurs

On January 2, 2006, Brad Marchand was traded by the Moncton Wildcats to the Val-d'Or Foreurs in exchange for Luc Bourdon, Jean-Sebastien Adam, and Ian Mathieu-Girard.

2006: Traded to the Val-d'Or Foreurs

In 2006, Brad Marchand was traded to the Val-d'Or Foreurs.

2006: Drafted by the Boston Bruins

In 2006, the Boston Bruins selected Brad Marchand in the third round, 71st overall, of the NHL entry draft.

2006: Bruins trade up to draft Marchand

In 2006, the Boston Bruins traded two fourth-round picks to the New York Islanders for a third-round pick to select Brad Marchand 71st overall in the NHL entry draft.

October 2007: Marchand signs entry-level contract

In October 2007, Brad Marchand signed an entry-level contract with the Boston Bruins.

December 17, 2007: Traded to Halifax Mooseheads

On December 17, 2007, Brad Marchand was traded by the Foreurs to the Halifax Mooseheads in exchange for Maxime Sauvé and five future draft picks.

2007: IIHF World Junior Championship

In 2007, Brad Marchand represented Canada at the IIHF World Junior Championship in Sweden, where Canada won a gold medal.

2007: Traded to the Halifax Mooseheads

In 2007, Brad Marchand was traded to the Halifax Mooseheads.

2008: IIHF World Junior Championship

In 2008, Brad Marchand again represented Canada at the IIHF World Junior Championship in the Czech Republic, where Canada won a gold medal. He was also named one of four alternate captains for Canada.

October 21, 2009: NHL Debut

On October 21, 2009, Brad Marchand made his NHL debut, picking up an assist on Michael Ryder's goal in a 3–2 win against the Nashville Predators.

November 3, 2010: First NHL Goal

On November 3, 2010, Brad Marchand scored his first NHL goal against the Buffalo Sabres.

2010: Last Active Player from 2010-11 Stanley Cup Bruins

In 2023, with the retirements of David Krejčí and Patrice Bergeron, Brad Marchand became one of the last active players from the 2010-11 Stanley Cup-winning Bruins roster still playing for the team.

September 14, 2011: Re-signed by the Bruins

On September 14, 2011, the Bruins announced that they had re-signed Brad Marchand to a two-year contract.

2011: Playoff Performance

Brad Marchand had a break out performance in the 2011 playoffs en route to the Bruins 2011 Stanley Cup championship with 11 goals and eight assists for 19 points in all 25 games.

September 7, 2012: Contract Extension

On September 7, 2012, the Bruins extended Marchand's contract for four more years, with an average annual value of $4.5 million.

January 2013: Return to Hockey After Lockout

In January 2013, after the lockout ended, Marchand returned to professional hockey, paired with Bergeron and Seguin, who had been playing in the Swiss National League. Despite his concerns about being out of practice, he scored 18 goals and 18 assists in 45 games.

2013: Game 7 Victory

In 2025, it was mentioned that Marchand had beaten the Maple Leafs in a game 7 in 2013, one of his five winner-take-all games over the same franchise.

2014: Playoff Berth in 2017

A Bruins' 4-0 victory helped them clinch a berth in the playoffs in 2017 for the first time since 2014.

2015: Emergence as a Star

In the 2015-16 season, Brad Marchand officially became a star for the Bruins and the NHL, scoring 37 goals, 24 assists, and 61 points in 77 games played.

February 6, 2016: Overtime Penalty Shot Goal

On February 6, 2016, Marchand scored the first overtime penalty-shot goal in Bruins franchise history against the Buffalo Sabres.

May 27, 2016: Marchand Named to Team Canada

On May 27, 2016, Brad Marchand was named to Team Canada's roster for the 2016 World Cup of Hockey, joining his teammate Patrice Bergeron.

September 2016: Gold Medal at World Cup of Hockey

In September 2016, Brad Marchand helped win the gold medal for Canada at the World Cup of Hockey, solidifying his reputation as a strong skater and goal scorer.

September 26, 2016: Contract Extension

On September 26, 2016, Marchand signed an eight-year, $49 million contract extension with the Bruins, carrying an annual average value of $6.125 million, extending through to the 2024-25 season.

2016: Career Year in 2016-17

After having a career year in 2016-17, Marchand intended to double down on his consistent offensive production for the 2017–18 season with linemates Patrice Bergeron and David Pastrňák as they started being referred as the "Perfection" line.

October 3, 2018: Marchand Ejected for Fighting

On October 3, 2018, in the Bruins' season opener against the Washington Capitals, Brad Marchand was ejected from the game after fighting Lars Eller due to frustration over post-goal celebrations. Marchand received fighting and instigator penalties, along with a 10-minute game misconduct.

2018: Game 7 Victory

In 2025, it was mentioned that Marchand had beaten the Maple Leafs in a game 7 in 2018, one of his five winner-take-all games over the same franchise.

March 31, 2019: Marchand Breaks Shorthanded Goal Record

On March 31, 2019, Brad Marchand scored his 26th career shorthanded goal against the Detroit Red Wings, surpassing Rick Middleton's franchise record.

October 27, 2019: Perfection Line Scores 13 Points

On October 27, 2019, the Perfection Line, consisting of Bergeron, Marchand, and Pastrňák, combined for 13 points against the New York Rangers. Marchand and Pastrňák each had five points.

2019: Game 7 Victory

In 2025, it was mentioned that Marchand had beaten the Maple Leafs in a game 7 in 2019, one of his five winner-take-all games over the same franchise.

2019: Stanley Cup Finals Loss

In the 2019 playoffs, Brad Marchand was tied for the league lead in points with 23 points, but the Bruins lost to the St. Louis Blues in seven games in the 2019 Stanley Cup Finals.

2020: Top-Scoring Left Wing

Between 2018 and 2021, Brad Marchand became one of the top-scoring left wings in the NHL.

January 7, 2021: Marchand Named Alternate Captain

On January 7, 2021, Brad Marchand was named an alternate captain for the Bruins, serving alongside David Krejčí.

October 16, 2021: Marchand Scores on Penalty Shot

On October 16, 2021, during the Bruins' first home game of the 2021-22 season, Brad Marchand scored a goal on a penalty shot against the Dallas Stars. He became the third player in NHL history to score the first goal of a team's season on a penalty shot.

2021: Top-Scoring Left Wing

Between 2018 and 2021, Brad Marchand became one of the top-scoring left wings in the NHL.

October 27, 2022: Marchand Returns from Surgery

On October 27, 2022, Brad Marchand made his season debut, returning early from hip surgery, and scored two goals with an assist in a win against the Detroit Red Wings.

September 20, 2023: Marchand Named Bruins Captain

On September 20, 2023, Brad Marchand was named the captain of the Boston Bruins, succeeding Patrice Bergeron, who had recently retired.

October 26, 2024: Marchand Scores Overtime Winner

On October 26, 2024, Brad Marchand scored the overtime winner against the Toronto Maple Leafs, marking his first goal of the 2024-25 season and his 20th overtime winning goal in his NHL career.

2024: Game 7 Victory

In 2025, it was mentioned that Marchand had beaten the Maple Leafs in a game 7 in 2024, one of his five winner-take-all games over the same franchise.

2024: Contract Extension Signed in 2016 Extends Through 2024-2025

In September 26, 2016, Marchand signed an eight-year, $49 million contract extension with the Bruins, carrying an annual average value of $6.125 million, extending through to the 2024-25 season.

March 7, 2025: Marchand Traded to Florida Panthers

On March 7, 2025, Brad Marchand was traded to the Florida Panthers in exchange for a conditional 2027 second-round pick, with the Bruins retaining 50 percent of his contract.

2025: Four Nations Face-Off

In 2025, Brad Marchand was selected to represent Canada at the Four Nations Face-Off and scored Canada's second goal in a game against Sweden on February 12, which Canada won in overtime 4-3.