Marchand’s Emotional Return to Panthers Shrouded in Tragedy: The Heartbreaking Story Behind His Comeback
Marchand and JP MacCallum have been close friends since Marchand was 12 and MacCallum began training him and a few of his friends, including former NHL defenseman Andrew Bodnarchuk.
Marchand recalled getting a picture drawn by Selah before Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers last season, a game in which the Panthers won 5-2 thanks in part to two goals scored by Marchand.
“She was an incredible artist. Just an unbelievable artist,” Marchand said. “It was her way to express herself and the way she cared about people and all her favorite things. Before Game 5, she sent me a picture and wished me luck. That’s the way she connected with people, and let you know she cared about you. I scored two goals. So, I said one of them was for her. She had a special way of letting her know she cared about you.”
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