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Brad Marchand Embraces 'Rat' Nickname in Panthers' Tradition

6/1/2025

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Brad Marchand, now a Florida Panther, fully embraces his playful nickname "rat," a nod to his fierce playing style. After each victory, Panthers fans delight in tossing plastic rats onto the ice, a quirky tradition dating back to 1995. Marchand's teammates have joined the fun, playfully launching rats at him in celebration, adding to the team's camaraderie.

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Brad Marchand, now a Florida Panther, fully embraces his playful nickname "rat," a nod to his fierce playing style. After each victory, Panthers fans delight in tossing plastic rats onto the ice, a quirky tradition dating back to 1995. Marchand's teammates have joined the fun, playfully launching rats at him in celebration, adding to the team's camaraderie.