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Marchand Exits Early in Panthers Victory
Veteran forward sustains left leg injury during second period against Kings
By OddsListing wire desk
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Injury Occurs Late in Frame
Brad Marchand left the ice during the second period after a collision that left his left leg bent awkwardly. The forward had just returned from offseason surgery and was playing in only his second game of the season. Teammates assisted him to the bench after he remained on the ice for several minutes while being checked by a trainer. He could not put weight on the affected leg as he was taken to the dressing room.
Play Leads to Penalty
The incident happened with under a minute remaining in the period when Marchand took a stick to the face. He twisted and hit the post before the leg gave way. The opposing defenseman received a four-minute double minor for the action. Florida went on to secure the victory despite the loss of the forward.
Recent Return After Extended Absence
The 38-year-old is in his third season with the club following 16 years elsewhere. He was shut down last season with a lower-body issue and underwent surgery in the offseason. Originally expected to miss the opening month, he made his season debut earlier in the week and contributed a goal in that contest before the latest setback.
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