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Marchand was long underpaid as a Boston Bruin, and many felt that with two rings, he would ride off into the sunset quietly and take the money. But this is Brad Marchand we’re talking about, and winning is still his top priority.

SUNRISE, Fla. – Florida Panthers President of Hockey Operations & General Manager Bill Zito announced today that the club has agreed to terms with forward Brad Marchand on a six-year contract extension.