In an unforgettable moment that’s captured the hearts of hockey fans and beyond, NHL star Brad Marchand went above and beyond to help a young girl who found herself alone on a bus. The incident occurred when Marchand, known for his tough playing style on the ice, was traveling through the city after a game with the Boston Bruins.
While riding the bus, Marchand noticed a 5-year-old girl sitting by herself, looking confused and a bit anxious.
The bus had taken a wrong turn, and the girl, who had missed her stop, was clearly lost. Seeing that she was alone and unsure, the compassionate hockey player immediately sprang into action.
Marchand approached the girl and, without hesitation, asked if she needed help.
When she told him she didn’t know where she was, he reassured her, offering to stay with her until she felt safe.
Marchand then made sure to find out where she lived, speaking with the bus driver to ensure they would get her to the right place.
Throughout the entire interaction, Marchand remained calm and kind, treating the young girl with the utmost care and respect.
The situation ended with Marchand personally escorting her home, ensuring she got safely to her front door.
The girl’s parents, incredibly relieved and grateful, later took to social media to thank Marchand for his kindness, saying he had made a stressful situation bearable with his thoughtful and selfless actions.
For many, this story is a powerful reminder that kindness can come from the most unexpected places, and that true character is shown through the little things—like helping a lost child on a bus.
Marchand’s heartwarming gesture is one that will surely be remembered by both the girl and her family for years to come.
Four Nations Showdown: Brad Marchand Excited to Share the Ice with Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon
Boston Bruins veteran forward Brad Marchand is eagerly anticipating the opportunity to represent Canada in the Four Nations Showdown next month.
The 36-year-old will don the maple leaf for the third time, joining fellow Nova Scotia superstars Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon on the ice.
“We’ve talked about it a lot,” said the Bruins captain to The Athletic. “We have a group chat. We’re really excited. It’s a privilege to play with those guys on the same team. We practiced together and had a lot of fun this summer.”
“It’s not every day you get to create that kind of chemistry. We’re all thrilled and proud. We can’t wait to play together.”
MacKinnon, who has tallied 14 goals and 52 assists in just 41 games with the Colorado Avalanche this season, mirrors Marchand’s enthusiasm.
“I’m very excited to play with everyone, especially Brad and Sid,” said MacKinnon, who has totaled 140 points in the 2023-2024 season. “They are two idols who inspired me to believe in my dream of making it to the NHL. They are among the most competitive players in the league. We’re fortunate to have them on Team Canada.”
Marchand and Crosby represented Canada at the World Cup in 2016, the last competition where the world’s players faced each other. NHL players missed the last two editions of the Winter Olympics.
“It’s going to be great to play with them. We skated together this summer, and I’m really grateful to have the opportunity to play on the same team as them,” Crosby mentioned, having scored 11 goals and provided 31 assists in 41 games so far this season, his 20th with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Marchand scored five goals and added three assists in six games at the World Cup, helping Canada secure the gold medal. He was also part of the squad that stood atop the podium at the World Championship a few months earlier.
The Four Nations Showdown kicks off on February 12, with Canada taking on Sweden at the Bell Centre. The team will then face the United States on February 15, again at the Bell Centre, followed by a match against Finland on February 17, this time at the TD Garden in Boston.
The two top-ranked teams will then clash in the final on February 20 at the TD Garden.
