“A scumbag”: Brad Marchand a tongue-in-cheek answer when asked about coming back together with Sam Bennett

Brad Marchand's wild trade to Florida is finally becoming a reality in the hockey world. Boston received a conditional 2027 second-round draft pick, potentially becoming a first-round pick, just before the NHL trade deadline. Former Bruins captain Mike Marchand confirmed the Florida Panthers as his preferred destination after contract negotiations with the Bruins. Marchand recently spoke for the first time and provided a humorous response about reuniting with Sam Bennett in Florida.

Brad Marchand has been overrunning headlines around the hockey world since his startling trade to the Florida Panthers. The blockbuster transaction that sent the 36-year-old veteran to Sunrise is only just beginning to settle in with fans and observers everywhere.
In exchange, the Boston Bruins received a conditional second-round draft selection in 2027. The pick could convert into a first-round pick, and the terms of the deal were finalized mere moments before the 3 p.m. EST deadline of the NHL.

Following lengthy contract talks between Marchand and the Bruins ultimately breaking down, the longtime franchise pillar made it known that Florida was his desired destination. With the trade in place, he now gets to pursue another Stanley Cup with one of the league's best contenders.
Speaking publicly for the first time since signing with the Panthers, Marchand couldn't resist giving a tongue-in-cheek answer when asked about coming back together with Sam Bennett in Florida. Famous for his quick sense of humor and jovial demeanor, the former Bruins captain let everyone know that he's already acclimating to his new team and anticipating the next phase of his career.
"Yeah, still a scumbag," Marchand said. Brad Marchand and Sam Bennett, who were teammates for Team Canada at the 4 Nations Face-Off, are expected to be paired up on a Florida line with Matthew Tkachuk. Marchand and Bennett are awaiting UFAs for their final seasons, with eight-year contracts worth $49,000,000 and four-year contracts worth $17,700,000.
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Brad Marchand has not yet appeared with the Florida Panthers for the first time, but his return to play may be near. The 36-year-old winger injured his upper body on March 1 in Pittsburgh after being hit hard into the boards by P.O. Joseph.