Brad Marchand’s reign as the most ornery and impactful pest in the NHL remains unchallenged.
For as much as the Bruins’ star winger is adept at getting under the skin of opposing players, his true value is maximized when he’s dicing up opposing defenses with slick feeds and accurate wristers.
The 34-year-old B’s forward was recognized for his unique skill set in the annual NHL Players Association (NHLPA) poll, with Marchand named as the player that opponents “least enjoy playing against, but would like to have on their team.”
Marchand commanded 36.