Brad Marchand's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Brad Marchand.

Brad Marchand is a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger, currently playing for the Florida Panthers in the NHL. Drafted by the Boston Bruins in 2006, he is known for his skill and competitive style.

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

1970: Bobby Orr's Record

In 1970, Bobby Orr scored 40 seconds into Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals against the St. Louis Blues, clinching the Bruins' fourth championship, a record broken by Brad Marchand in 2021.

1983: Most Overtime Goals

In the 2017-2018 season, Brad Marchand scored his 11th regular season overtime goal, passing Glen Murray's record for the most among the Bruins since overtime was reinstated during the 1983–84 season.

December 28, 2001: Bruins Teammates Reach Milestone

On December 28, 2001, Joe Thornton and Glen Murray were the first pair of Bruins teammates to each put up five points apiece since Brad Marchand and David Pastrnak achieved the same milestone in 2019.

2005: World U-17 Hockey Challenge

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

2007: IIHF World Junior Championship

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

2008: IIHF World Junior Championship

In 2008, Marchand again represented Canada at the IIHF World Junior Championship in the Czech Republic, again winning a gold medal and being named one of the alternate captains for Canada.

2010: Stanley Cup-Winning Roster

In 2010, Marchand was on the Stanley Cup-winning Bruins roster. By 2023, with the retirements of David Krejčí and Patrice Bergeron, Marchand and Milan Lucic became the last active players from that roster still playing for the team.

2011: Stanley Cup championship

In 2011 Brad Marchand emerged in superstar form in the playoffs en route to the Bruins Stanley Cup championship with 11 goals and eight assists for 19 points in all 25 games.

2011: Stanley Cup Win with the Bruins

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

November 15, 2014: 100th Career NHL Assist

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

2014: Awarded Eddie Shore Award

In 2014, despite personal dissatisfaction with his performance, Brad Marchand was awarded the Eddie Shore Award by the Bruins, recognizing his "exceptional hustle and determination" throughout the season.

February 6, 2016: Overtime Penalty Shot Goal

During a home game on February 6, 2016, Brad Marchand scored the first overtime penalty-shot goal in Bruins franchise history against the Buffalo Sabres.

September 2016: Marchand Wins 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 in addition to an agitator.

2016: World Cup of Hockey Win

In 2016, Brad Marchand represented Canada at the World Cup of Hockey and won.

January 2017: First NHL All-Star Game Selection

In January 2017, Brad Marchand received his first selection to the NHL All-Star Game after leading the Bruins in scoring for the first half of the season.

2018: Top-scoring Left Wing

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

March 31, 2019: Franchise Record for Shorthanded Goals

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: "Perfection Line" Dominates Against Rangers

On October 27, 2019, the "Perfection line" of Bergeron – Marchand – Pastrňák combined for 13 points against the New York Rangers, with Marchand contributing five points.

2019: Tied for league leader in points

In the 2019 playoffs, Brad Marchand was also tied with Ryan O'Reilly of the St. Louis Blues for league leader in points with 23 points recorded (nine goals, 14 assists).

2020: Top-scoring Left Wing

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

2020: One of 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: Named Alternate Captain

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

2021: Top-scoring left wings in the NHL

October 27, 2022: Season Debut After Surgery

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

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

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

October 26, 2024: Marchand Scores Overtime Winner

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