Marchand might return just in time for his team's crucial game. Coach Jim Montgomery announced Friday morning that Marchand is a game-time decision for Game 6 of their second-round series against the Florida Panthers.
Marchand has missed the last two games after sustaining an upper-body injury from a hit by Florida's Sam Bennett in Game 3.
When asked on Thursday if he thought Bennett's hit was a cheap shot, Marchand responded with the following.
Marchand is tied for the team's playoff scoring lead, with three goals and 10 points in 10 games.
The Panthers lead the series 3-2, and the Bruins need a win to force a Game 7.
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