Brad Marchand provides a particular reason for not targeting Sidney Crosby
In Boston, prior to the Bruins' matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins at TD Garden this Thursday, captain Brad Marchand spent a moment reflecting on his NHL career.
While on the "Pat McAfee Show", the host humorously remarked that Marchand has transformed both the way his name is pronounced and his style of play. McAfee characterized Marchand as a troublemaker, a thorn in the side of others, and a player always seeking to cause a commotion, to which the Boston forward interjected, adding another comment to the mix.
Being a renowned Penguins supporter, McAfee seized the chance to tease Marchand before Thursday night's game by essentially questioning if the captain was intimidated by the prospect of facing Pittsburgh.
Throughout his entire professional career, Marchand has competed against Sidney Crosby, yet they have teamed up on the same line for Team Canada at the international level.
Marchand's decision not to provoke Crosby in games isn't due to their friendship. The rationale is more closely tied to aspects of the game itself.
