“ There’s not a next man for his skates, ” said Paul Maurice after Aleksander Barkov was injuries came to light. Following the revelation, the Panthers’ captain was ruled to miss most of the upcoming season. breaking fans’ hearts worldwide. However, Brad Marchand , one of the most experienced names in the Florida roster, believes moments like these are what make or break stars.

When Marchand arrived in Miami, many hockey fans thought it would be a tough transition after the star having played for Boston for so many seasons. But, being the adaptable NHL-er that he is, the 37-year-old winger hit the ground running. Bagging 20 points in 23 playoff games last season, Marchand became a driving force behind the Panthers’ second-straight Lord Stanley Cup triumph. And now, as defending the ti

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