The recent game between the Florida Panthers and the Toronto Maple Leafs on April 8 had fans buzzing, especially after the heated battle between former Boston Bruins teammates Brad Marchand and Brandon Carlo. After a tough loss to the Leafs on April 2, the Panthers came back strong with a 3-1 win, snapping their five-game cold streak. Eetu Luostarinen’s go-ahead goal in the third period, along with strong performances from Gustav Forsling and Carter Verhaeghe, gave Florida the victory. Goalie Sergei Bobrovsky also made 17 saves, while Coach Paul Maurice tied Barry Trotz with his 914th career win.
Brad Marchand says he didn’t chirp Brandon Carlo in Toronto. Carlo chirped him.
“It cut deep.”
— luke fox (@lukefoxjukebox) April 8, 2025
Despite the victory, the real postgame chatter was around Brad Marchand. Known for his chirping antics, Marchand found himself on the receiving end of a verbal jab from his former teammate, Brandon Carlo. Marchand admitted that Carlo’s chirp “cut deep,” but still praised his ex-teammate, calling him a great competitor and locker room guy.
Marchand’s chirping history is legendary, and he’s remained sharp with his quick-witted comebacks, whether on the ice or during interviews. From roasting analysts like Paul Bissonnette to continuing his playful banter with teammates like Sam Bennett and Matthew Tkachuk, Marchand’s trash-talking is an essential part of his persona in the NHL. Fans can’t help but love (or hate) his antics, but one thing’s for sure—Brad Marchand knows how to keep the drama alive.
So, what’s your take—does Brad Marchand’s chirping add excitement to the NHL, or is it just unnecessary noise?