Montreal is one of many hockey markets across the NHL where Brad Marchand is largely considered persona non grata.
Beyond Marchand’s knack for shredding defenses and breaking opposing fans’ hearts via an overtime goal, his track record as a pugnacious pest has drawn the ire of many across the hockey world.
Marchand has been a menace during his matchups against Montreal over the years, scoring 17 goals and 31 assists in 56 career games against the Canadiens. Marchand’s 81 penalty minutes accrued in bouts with the Habs also stands as his highest total against any opponent.