Brad Marchand’s second All-Star Game nomination was well deserved, but that didn’t stop the crowd in Tampa with welcoming him with boo birds throughout the weekend.
Despite his five-game suspension for elbowing Devils forward Marcus Johansson on Jan. 23, Boston’s leading scorer was able to participate in the skills competition and 3-on-3 tournament at Amalie Arena — home of the Tampa Bay Lightning — during the annual All-Star weekend. With or without the suspension, Marchand would’ve gotten his share of boos.
Like a true villain, Marchand embraced the heckling crowd while soaking in all the fun.
First came a little wave to the crowd prior to the skills competition.