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. Marchand is known for his skill and competitive edge on the ice.

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

1990: Bruins' Stanley Cup Final Appearance

Brad Marchand helped the Bruins clinch their first appearance in the Stanley Cup Final since 1990.

2004: Junior Hockey Career Start

In 2004, Brad Marchand began his junior ice hockey career, playing for three different teams over the next four years.

2004: Drafted by Moncton Wildcats

In 2004, Brad Marchand was selected 24th overall by the Moncton Wildcats in the QMJHL entry draft and was awarded the team's Rookie of the Year.

2005: World U-17 Hockey Challenge

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

2005: Ted Nolan Hired as Coach

In 2005, Ted Nolan was hired as the head coach for the Moncton Wildcats and gave Marchand an extensive role on the team due to his "drive and determination".

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.

2006: Drafted into NHL

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

2006: Trade to Val-d'Or Foreurs

In 2006, Brad Marchand was traded to the Val-d'Or Foreurs in the QMJHL, marking a change in his junior hockey career.

2006: Drafted by Boston Bruins

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

October 2007: Signs Entry-Level Contract with Bruins

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 Val-d'Or 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, winning a gold medal.

2007: Trade to Halifax Mooseheads

In 2007, Brad Marchand was traded to the Halifax Mooseheads, continuing his junior hockey career with a new team.

2008: Joins Providence Bruins

Brad Marchand spent the 2008-09 season with the Providence Bruins before making his NHL debut.

2008: End of Junior Hockey Career

In 2008, Brad Marchand ended his junior ice hockey career, after having played for Moncton Wildcats, Val-d'Or Foreurs and Halifax Mooseheads between 2004 and 2008.

2008: IIHF World Junior Championship

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

2008: Invited to Bruins Training Camp

In 2008, after the Mooseheads' playoff loss, Brad Marchand was invited to the Boston Bruins' summer training camp.

October 2009: NHL Debut

In October 2009, Brad Marchand made his NHL debut after spending the 2008–09 season with the Providence Bruins.

October 21, 2009: NHL Debut

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

2009: Plays with Providence Bruins

In 2009, Brad Marchand played the 2008–09 season with the Providence Bruins, finishing second in scoring among AHL rookies.

November 3, 2010: First NHL Goal

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

2010: Joins Bruins' Starting Roster

In 2010, Brad Marchand became a member of the Boston Bruins' starting roster, playing on the fourth line.

2010: Last Active Player from 2010-11 Stanley Cup-Winning Team

In 2023, after retirements of David Krejčí and Patrice Bergeron, Brad Marchand, along with Milan Lucic, became the last active player still playing for the Bruins from the 2010-11 Stanley Cup-winning 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: Stanley Cup Playoffs

Brad Marchand first emerged in superstar like form 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.

2011: Stanley Cup Win with Bruins

In 2011, Brad Marchand helped the Boston Bruins win the Stanley Cup after being moved up to the first line during the playoffs.

September 7, 2012: Marchand's contract extension

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

2013: Stanley Cup Finals Appearance

In 2013, Brad Marchand helped the Boston Bruins clinch an appearance in the Stanley Cup Finals.

2013: Game 7 Victory

In 2025, during the Panthers' series against the Maple Leafs, it was noted that Marchand played in his 13th career game 7. He had previously won against the Maple Leafs in a game 7 in 2013, as part of his five winner-take-all games over the same franchise.

2015: Bonafide Star

It wasn't until the 2015–16 season when he officially became a bonafide star for the Bruins and for the NHL when he scored 37 goals, 24 assists and 61 points in 77 games played.

May 27, 2016: 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: 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 in addition to being an agitator.

September 26, 2016: Marchand signs eight-year contract extension

On September 26, 2016, Brad Marchand signed an eight-year, $49 million contract extension with the Bruins, extending through the 2024-25 season.

2016: World Cup of Hockey Win

In 2016, Brad Marchand represented Canada at the World Cup of Hockey, winning the tournament.

October 3, 2018: Ejection from game against Washington Capitals

On October 3, 2018, during the Bruins' opening game against the Washington Capitals, Brad Marchand was ejected from the game. He received fighting and instigator penalties, along with a 10-minute game misconduct, after a post-goal altercation with Capitals forward Lars Eller.

2018: Top-Scoring Left Wing

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

2018: Game 7 Victory

In 2025, during the Panthers' series against the Maple Leafs, it was noted that Marchand played in his 13th career game 7. He had previously won against the Maple Leafs in a game 7 in 2018, as part of his five winner-take-all games over the same franchise.

March 31, 2019: Breaking franchise record

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

October 27, 2019: 13 points against the New York Rangers

On October 27, 2019, the Perfection line of Bergeron, Marchand, and Pastrnak combined for 13 points against the New York Rangers. Marchand had five points in the game.

2019: Stanley Cup Finals Appearance

In 2019, Brad Marchand contributed to the Boston Bruins clinching another appearance in the Stanley Cup Finals.

2019: Game 7 Victory

In 2025, during the Panthers' series against the Maple Leafs, it was noted that Marchand played in his 13th career game 7. He had previously won against the Maple Leafs in a game 7 in 2019, as part of his five winner-take-all games over the same franchise.

2020: NHL Seasons

Between 2018 and 2021, Brad Marchand has become one of the top-scoring left wings in the NHL, with his 163 assists and 256 points the most of any skater in the position during the 2018–19, 2019–20 and 2020–21 seasons combined.

2020: Top-Scoring Left Wing

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

January 7, 2021: Named Alternate Captain of the Bruins

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

October 16, 2021: Penalty Shot Goal

On October 16, 2021, during the first home game of the Bruins' season, Brad Marchand scored a goal on a penalty shot after being awarded the shot when Dallas Stars defenseman Ryan Suter was called for holding.

2021: Top-Scoring Left Wing

October 27, 2022: Season Debut

On October 27, 2022, Brad Marchand made his season debut, scoring two goals and having an assist in a win against the Detroit Red Wings.

September 20, 2023: Named Bruins Captain

On September 20, 2023, Brad Marchand was named the captain of the Boston Bruins, succeeding Patrice Bergeron after his recent retirement.

February 13, 2024: Played 1,000th NHL Game

On February 13, 2024, Brad Marchand played his 1,000th NHL game, becoming only the eighth player in Bruins history to reach this milestone. He also recorded assists on both of Boston's goals in the 3–2 shootout loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning.

October 26, 2024: Overtime Winning Goal

On October 26, 2024, Brad Marchand scored the overtime-winning goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs, marking his first goal of the 2024-25 season and his 20th career overtime-winning goal, making him the third player in NHL history to reach that milestone.

2024: Game 7 Victory

In 2025, during the Panthers' series against the Maple Leafs, it was noted that Marchand played in his 13th career game 7. He had previously won against the Maple Leafs in a game 7 in 2024, as part of his five winner-take-all games over the same franchise.

March 7, 2025: Traded to the 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% of his contract.