Sidney Crosby Sends Warm Congratulations to Brad Marchand on 1,000 Games…
Celebrations for Boston Bruins icon Brad Marchand’s milestone of 1,000 games flooded in from former teammates, NHL peers, and Boston Bruins luminaries, with Tyler Seguin among those extending well wishes. Seguin, reminiscing about their shared time in Boston and their championship victory together, lauded Marchand’s career journey and his role as captain of the Bruins.
“It was an honor starting our careers together in Boston, winning a championship,” Seguin reflected. “I’ve enjoyed watching your career from afar. Seeing the husband and father you’ve become, and now to see you’re the captain of the Boston Bruins. It’s incredible. Congrats on your big night.”
The congratulatory messages didn’t stop there. Marchand also received praise from Torey Krug, Nathan MacKinnon, and Sidney Crosby, who humorously noted that it was more enjoyable to be Marchand’s linemate than to face him on the ice.
During a pregame ceremony held by the Bruins to commemorate Marchand’s milestone, the veteran forward received special tributes from Bruins legends such as Ray Bourque and Zdeno Chara. A video message from Sidney Crosby, shared by sports writer Ty Anderson on social media, further emphasized the sentiment, with Crosby playfully acknowledging Marchand’s prowess on the ice and expressing that it’s preferable to be his linemate rather than his opponent.
Marchand’s achievement sparked reactions from fans, with some even entertaining the idea of a trade to bring Crosby to Boston. Marchand celebrated the occasion in a custom-made varsity jacket adorned with golden accents and the captain’s “C,” symbolizing his leadership role.
The tribute video released by the Bruins featured messages from fellow members of the 1,000-game club and NHL players, with Crosby highlighting Marchand’s consistency and success, while Chara praised his accomplishments and leadership qualities.
In sum, Marchand’s milestone was met with widespread acclaim and celebration from teammates, adversaries, and hockey enthusiasts, showcasing the impact and respect he commands within the hockey community.
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