Aside from representing their side of the hated Bruins-Canadiens rivalry, Brad Marchand and Brendan Gallagher pose some unique similarities. Their skillset, stature and ability to get under other players’ skin are just a few examples of what Marchand and Gallagher possess on a nightly basis in the National Hockey League.
Both the Bruins and Canadiens missed out on the postseason for the first time since the 2006-07 campaign. That gave Marchand and Gallagher an opportunity to represent Team Canada at the IIHF World Championships currently taking place in Moscow and St. Petersberg, Russia.
For Marchand and Gallagher, it’s also an opportunity to get to know one another as teammates.