It will be fascinating to see what the NHL does in terms of discipline in the form of a potential fine or suspension.

Marchand's other infamous on-ice stunts over his career include clothesline hits, breaking his opponents' sticks, and even licking them in the face. Entering his second season as Boston's captain, the 36-year-old has toned it down a bit as of late—but his old self seems to have gotten the best of him this time.

Brad Marchand drew attention on Thursday night after putting his hands on Nick Cousins' throat during his Boston Bruins' game against the Ottawa Senators

The Bruins suffered another disheartening loss on Saturday, one that saw team captain Brad Marchand get benched for overtime.

Is Brad Marchand approaching his last miles in Boston? It seems unlikely to think of that situation since Marchand is so identified with the Bruins. But increasingly, in the community, the question is being asked.

Brad Marchand has been a fantastic player for the Boston Bruins, and now, he joins elite company in Bruins after accomplishing an impressive feat in year 16 for the current Bruins captain.

Brad Marchand discussed Joe Sacco's decision to bench him in overtime during Saturday's shootout loss to Ottawa. Read more on Boston.com.

WEEI’s Rich Keefe is doubling down on his take that there's a problem between Bruins captain Brad Marchand and David Pastrnak.

Marchand was on the bench Saturday as the Bruins finished up a shootout loss in Ottawa. He practiced Sunday and is expected to resume a prominent role Monday against the Sharks.

Bruins coach Joe Sacco said Brad Marchand's absence during Saturday's overtime and shootout periods vs. the Senators was a coach's decision.

Things took a turn for the worse Friday with a report talking about locker room tensions. Speaking on the "Jones & Keefe" show, host Rich Keefe reported a supposed feud between Brad Marchand and David Pastrnak, claiming Pastrnak told team management he no longer wanted to share the ice with Marchand.

The Bruins are slip-sliding away down the Atlantic Division standings with six straight losses and it's beginning to elicit narratives. Speculation is swirling that there is tension in the Bruins' locker room between star forwards Brad Marchand and David Pastrnak.