In a recent Game 7 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, Brad Marchand, now with the Florida Panthers, continued his legacy by scoring a goal and registering two assists. He made history as the first NHL player to secure five Game 7 victories against one team, marking a personal triumph over his childhood favorite. Despite moving from the Bruins to Florida, Marchand relishes the competitive spirit with Toronto, often joking about their struggles. His playful banter during interviews exemplifies the lighthearted rivalry that endures even as distribution shifts in the league.
"I grew up a Leafs fan. I enjoy playing against the Leafs. I enjoy interacting with fans... It's fun. It's not something I'll forever get to do."
"Yeah, we just had the belief," Marchand quipped, hesitating momentarily to emphasize the second syllable (a not-so-subtle 'Leaf' reference)."
"I thought you were going to take the high road?" Bissonnette playfully countered, referencing Marchand's earlier comment about not giving the TV personality too hard a time."
"Marchand became the first player in NHL history to record five Game 7 wins over one team (in this case Toronto) during his career."
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