Childhood and Education Journey of Brad Marchand in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Brad Marchand. A timeline of key moments.

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 of the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.

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

May 11, 1988: Brad Marchand Born

On May 11, 1988, Bradley Kevin Marchand was born. He is a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger.

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January 2012: Referred to as a 'Little Ball of Hate' by Barack Obama

In January 2012, during the Bruins' visit to the White House, President Barack Obama referred to Brad Marchand as a "Little Ball of Hate", a nickname Marchand has since embraced.

September 2015: Married Katrina

In September 2015, Brad Marchand married his wife Katrina.

March 2017: Teammate Describes Marchand's Playing Style

In March 2017, teammate John-Michael Liles described Brad Marchand as a player that "you hate playing against but you love having on your team ... He comes to the rink every day wanting to get better".

May 2019: Teammate Backes calls Marchand "the motor on [the Bruins]"

In May 2019, teammate David Backes called Brad Marchand "the motor on [the Bruins]", acknowledging his importance to the team.

March 2020: Voted Best and Worst Trash-Talker in the NHL

In March 2020, Brad Marchand was voted both the best and worst trash-talker in the NHL in a poll of players.

March 2020: NHL Season Suspended Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

In March 2020, the NHL suspended operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the season's interruption, Marchand had become a key playmaker, ranking sixth in the NHL with 87 points and leading the Bruins in assists.

September 14, 2020: Sports Hernia Surgery

On September 14, 2020, Brad Marchand underwent a sports hernia surgery with an expected recovery time of four months, casting doubt on his availability for the start of the upcoming season.

November 2020: Purchased Sports Outfitter Lodge in Newfoundland

In November 2020, Brad Marchand and Kevan Miller purchased a sports outfitter lodge on Beothuk Lake in Newfoundland.

May 2022: Hip Arthroscopy and Labral Repair

In May 2022, Brad Marchand underwent hip arthroscopy and labral repair on both hips, with an expected recovery time of six months.

September 3, 2024: Underwent Multiple Surgeries

On September 3, 2024, Brad Marchand revealed that he underwent three separate surgeries earlier in the 2024 off-season to repair sports hernias and a torn tendon in his elbow.