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No NHL season is complete without a dose of Brad Marchand's antics.
In a good-natured on-ice episode, Boston Bruins' captain Brad Marchand engaged in some light-hearted fun with Chicago Blackhawks' star forward Connor Bedard.
Disgrace to the League: Brad Marchand and Connor Bedard face-off on the ice
As Bedard headed to the bench for a line change, Marchand briefly held him against the boards, sharing a playful moment that lasted for a few brief seconds.
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Yung Jhit, using his X account (formerly Twitter), commented on Marchand's actions, stating:
"Disgrace to the league"
Fans were left fuming as the incident unfolded during last night's game at the TD Garden. They voiced their displeasure, showering Marchand with boos and even some choice words.
Social media lit up with criticism that was directed at Marchand for his persistent targeting of Bedard.
Here are some fan reactions and responses to Marchand's pesky behavior toward Bedard:
"This is the softest thread I've seen on hockey twitter."
"Lick him, Connor. That's how he likes it."
"It appears he just likes touching young men"
"Again.........."
"Bedard needs to show a bit of fight here. He lets this slide and it will be open season. His teammates also need to be accountable. But first things first...Conor needs to man up and show something"
"Brad Marchand's Controller"
"This is the problem with the Blackhawks. Somebody needs to stick up for their star rookie. Twice now. Nothing"
"Again??? Didn't he do this to Bedard earlier this season too."
"This is classic Marchand. Yeah it's cheap but it's also hilarious. Bedard doing absolutely nothing back is soft lol."
"How is this not an interference penalty?"
"He really like Connor. Pick on the rook cuz he ain't tough enough to take on a vet"
Brad Marchand, newly appointed captain of the Boston Bruins, has consistently delivered entertainment, often indulging in unconventional actions, like the incident of licking former Maple Leaf's player Leo Komarov during a game.
Now, it appears he's directing his antics toward Connor Bedard.
Connor Bedard, the 2023 first overall draft pick, has had a few busy months, touring North America to showcase his talents to various cities and fan bases. He's been in the spotlight, and fans have taken a liking to him.
On the other hand, the Boston Bruins are showing no signs of slowing down after their remarkable 2022-23 season, where they achieved an NHL record with 65 wins and 135 points!
Despite significant offseason changes, notably the retirements of their top two centers, then-captain Patrice Bergeron and veteran forward David Krejci, the Bruins have continued their winning streak, now at 6-0. In their latest game, the Bruins blanked the Chicago Blackhawks 3-0.
The young talent Bedard, faced adversity, had a tough break and received some playful ribbing from Brad Marchand, providing a fitting welcome to the NHL.
