Brad Marchand Scores Big On and Off the Ice, Roasts Paul Bissonnette in Epic Trash-Talk Showdown
Brad Marchand, the 36-year-old Boston Bruins captain, has built a career on both his hockey skill and his ability to get under opponents’ skin. Despite his leadership role, Marchand hasn’t lost his edge, as seen in a series of entertaining exchanges with TNT analyst and former NHL player Paul Bissonnette.
Their playful feud began when Marchand took aim at Bissonnette after the latter was involved in a brawl with six men at a Scottsdale restaurant. In a Black Friday broadcast, Bissonnette joked about Marchand’s hairline, prompting a sharp response: “I’m just trying to look like those guys who beat the wheels off you the other night.” The banter escalated before Boston’s game against Chicago, with Bissonnette donning a neck brace and jokingly suspending Marchand from winning TNT’s “Mr. TNT” award.
During the pregame interview, Marchand defended himself with humor, claiming the earlier comments were accidental and a response to perceived provocation. He also turned the tables, poking fun at Bissonnette’s comedic style and lack of scoring success in his NHL career.
Marchand silenced the chirping by scoring two quick goals in the second period, leading Boston to a 4-2 victory. The Bruins’ social media team joined the fun, sharing a win graphic featuring a neck-braced Bissonnette. Postgame, Marchand continued the banter, joking about Bissonnette’s minimal NHL scoring record and playfully crediting his own success to teammate David Pastrnak.
Though Marchand admits he has toned down his trash talk since becoming captain, he still enjoys engaging in friendly rivalries. His sharp wit and entertaining presence could make him a standout hockey analyst when he eventually retires. For now, he continues to dominate both on and off the ice.
