History of Brad Marchand in Timeline

Bradley Kevin 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. Known for his skill and agitating style of play, he has been a prominent player in the NHL.

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May 11, 1988: Brad Marchand's Birth

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

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1990: Bruins first Stanley Cup Finals appearance since 1990

In 1990, the Bruins clinched their first Stanley Cup Finals appearance since 1990.

2004: Selected by Moncton Wildcats

In 2004, the Moncton Wildcats of the QMJHL selected Marchand 24th overall in the QMJHL entry draft.

2005: Marchand wins bronze at World U-17 Hockey Challenge

In 2005, Brad Marchand competed internationally for Team Canada Atlantic at the World U-17 Hockey Challenge, where he won a bronze medal.

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

On January 2, 2006, Marchand was traded by the Wildcats to the Val-d'Or Foreurs.

2006: Traded for a Draft Pick

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

2006: Drafted by Boston Bruins

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

October 2007: Signed with Boston Bruins

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

December 17, 2007: Traded to Halifax Mooseheads

On December 17, 2007, Marchand was traded to the Halifax Mooseheads.

2007: Marchand wins gold at IIHF World Junior Championship

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

2008: Marchand wins second gold at IIHF World Junior Championship

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

October 21, 2009: NHL Debut

On October 21, 2009, Marchand made his NHL debut, recording an assist in a win against the Nashville Predators.

November 3, 2010: First NHL Goal

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

March 17, 2011: Suspended for Elbowing

On March 17, 2011, Marchand received a two-game suspension for elbowing R. J. Umberger.

September 14, 2011: Re-signed by Bruins

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

2011: Marchand has a strong playoff run

In 2011, Brad Marchand had a strong playoff run, scoring 11 goals and 8 assists en route to a Stanley Cup Championship.

January 9, 2012: Suspended for Clipping

On January 9, 2012, Marchand was suspended for five games for clipping Sami Salo, resulting in a concussion.

January 2012: Obama calls Marchand a "Little Ball of Hate"

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

September 7, 2012: Bruins Extend Marchand's Contract

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

January 2013: Marchand returns after lockout

In January 2013, Brad Marchand returned to professional hockey after the NHL lockout ended, joining teammates Bergeron and Seguin. He scored 18 goals and 18 assists in 45 games during the lockout-shortened season.

September 27, 2013: Marchand Collides with Eriksson

On September 27, 2013, during a preseason game against the Winnipeg Jets, Brad Marchand collided with his new linemate Loui Eriksson, as Marchand struggled to adjust to the new line.

November 15, 2014: Marchand Records 100th Career Assist

On November 15, 2014, Brad Marchand recorded his 100th career NHL assist in a 2–1 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes.

2014: Marchand Wins Eddie Shore Award

In 2014, despite expressing disappointment in his individual performance and struggles in the playoffs, Brad Marchand was awarded the Eddie Shore Award for demonstrating "exceptional hustle and determination" throughout the season.

September 2015: Marchand marries Katrina

In September 2015, Brad Marchand married his wife Katrina.

October 10, 2015: Marchand Suffers Concussion

On October 10, 2015, Brad Marchand suffered a concussion after a collision with Dale Weise of the Montreal Canadiens and was placed on the injured list.

2015: Marchand becomes a star for the Bruins

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.

February 6, 2016: Marchand scores Overtime Penalty Shot

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

May 27, 2016: Marchand named to Team Canada for World Cup of Hockey

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: Marchand wins gold medal at the World Cup of Hockey

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

September 26, 2016: Marchand Signs Contract Extension

On September 26, 2016, the Bruins signed Brad Marchand to an eight-year, $49 million contract extension.

January 2017: Marchand Receives First All-Star Selection

In January 2017, after a strong first half of the season, Brad Marchand received his first selection to the NHL All-Star Game.

March 2017: Teammate describes Marchand as a player "you hate playing against but you love having on your team"

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

November 2017: Marchand kisses Komarov

During a November 2017 game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, Brad Marchand leaned in to kiss Leo Komarov on the cheek rather than fighting him.

2017: Marchand tries to improve his image

At the start of the 2017-18 season, Brad Marchand told reporters that he and his teammates were limiting their "chirps" and other trash-talking comments to increase the family-friendly atmosphere of the NHL.

January 24, 2018: Marchand Suspended for Elbowing Johansson

On January 24, 2018, Brad Marchand received a five-game suspension from the NHL for elbowing Marcus Johansson, marking the ninth time he had received a fine or suspension.

October 3, 2018: Marchand Ejected for Fighting

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

2018: Marchand tries to stay out of trouble after controversies.

After a series of suspensions in the 2017-18 season campaign followed by a highly publicized controversy over Marchand's decision to lick his opponents in the 2018 playoffs, the skater made a conscious effort to stay out of trouble during the 2018-19 season, citing a desire "to make sure the longevity is there, that I'm not getting pushed out of the League because of stupidity".

March 31, 2019: Marchand Breaks Shorthanded Goal Record

On March 31, 2019, Brad Marchand scored his 26th shorthanded goal against the Detroit Red Wings, breaking Rick Middleton's franchise record. This milestone marked a significant achievement in Marchand's career.

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

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

October 27, 2019: Perfection Line Scores 13 Points

On October 27, 2019, the "Perfection line" of Bergeron, Marchand, and Pastrnak combined for 13 points against the New York Rangers. Marchand and Pastrnak each had five points, making them the first Bruins teammates to achieve this since December 28, 2001.

2019: Marchand has an outstanding playoff run

In the 2019 playoffs, Marchand was tied for league leader in points with 23 points recorded (nine goals, 14 assists) while the Bruins would lose to the Blues in seven games in the 2019 Stanley Cup Finals, falling one win short of a second Stanley Cup.

January 2020: Marchand voted "dirtiest player in the league"

In January 2020, a poll of NHL players declared Brad Marchand the "dirtiest player in the league", with 29% of the vote, reflecting his controversial reputation.

March 2020: Marchand 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, showcasing the divisive nature of his on-ice behavior.

March 2020: NHL Season Suspended

In March 2020, the NHL suspended operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Marchand was on pace for a second consecutive 100-point season before the cancellation.

September 14, 2020: Marchand Undergoes Sports Hernia Surgery

On September 14, 2020, Brad Marchand underwent sports hernia surgery with an expected recovery time of four months. This put his availability for the start of the 2020-21 season in question.

November 2020: Marchand purchases a sports outfitter lodge

In November 2020, Brad Marchand and Kevan Miller purchased a sports outfitter lodge on Beothuk Lake in Newfoundland, with the intention of offering hunting and fishing expeditions.

2020: Marchand is among the top-scoring left wings in the NHL

Between 2018 and 2021, 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.

January 7, 2021: Marchand Named Alternate Captain

On January 7, 2021, Brad Marchand was named alternate captain of the Bruins, serving alongside David Krejci after Zdeno Chara's departure.

October 16, 2021: Marchand Scores on Penalty Shot

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

2021: Marchand became one of the top-scoring left wings

February 9, 2022: Marchand Suspended for High-Sticking

On February 9, 2022, Brad Marchand received a six-game suspension for roughing and high-sticking Tristan Jarry, the goaltender for the Pittsburgh Penguins. This was Marchand's eighth suspension of his career.

May 2022: Marchand Undergoes Hip Surgery

In May 2022, Brad Marchand underwent hip arthroscopy and labral repair on both hips after the Bruins' first-round playoff exit, with an expected six-month recovery period.

October 27, 2022: Marchand Returns Early from Surgery

On October 27, 2022, Brad Marchand made his season debut after returning early from hip surgery. He scored two goals and had 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 captain of the Boston Bruins, succeeding Patrice Bergeron.

February 13, 2024: Marchand Plays 1,000th NHL Game

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

September 3, 2024: Marchand reveals multiple surgeries

On September 3, 2024, Brad Marchand disclosed that he had undergone three surgeries during the off-season to address sports hernias in his groin and abdomen, as well as a torn elbow tendon. He had been playing through the elbow injury during the 2023-24 season.

October 26, 2024: Marchand scores overtime winner

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. This was his 20th career overtime goal, making him the third NHL player to reach that milestone.

March 7, 2025: Marchand traded to Florida Panthers

On March 7, 2025, Brad Marchand was traded from the Boston Bruins to the Florida Panthers.

2025: Marchand selected to represent Canada at Four Nations Face-Off

In 2025, Brad Marchand was selected to represent Canada at the Four Nations Face-Off. He scored a goal against Sweden, was named alternate captain against the United States, and ultimately won the tournament in a final against the United States.