Brad Marchand Set for Florida Panthers Debut After Trade from Bruins

The veteran forward will play his first game for the Panthers on Friday night, joining the second line as the team pushes for playoff success.

Brad Marchand, traded from the Boston Bruins to the Florida Panthers on March 7, 2025, will make his debut Friday night against the Utah Hockey Club.
Marchand has recovered from an upper-body injury that sidelined him since the trade and is expected to play on the second line with Sam Bennett and Mackie Samoskevich.
The Panthers acquired Marchand, a 16-season NHL veteran and former Bruins captain, to bolster their playoff aspirations and defend their Stanley Cup title.
Florida coach Paul Maurice highlighted Marchand's skill, experience, and leadership as essential to the team's postseason goals.
Marchand, who scored 21 goals and recorded 26 assists in 61 games this season with Boston, has acclimated well to his new team and is eager to contribute on the ice.