Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand engaged in a lively verbal exchange with TNT commentator Paul Bissonette during a pregame show before the Bruins faced the Penguins on national TV. Bissonette, a former NHL player turned commentator, asked Marchand about the Bruins’ recent coaching change, leading to a series of playful jabs between the two.
Marchand teased Bissonette for asking a boring question before delivering a sharp comeback when asked about his offseason appearance. Making a reference to a recent incident in which Bissonette was assaulted at a steakhouse, Marchand quipped that he was trying to look like the men who beat up Bissonette, causing laughter and a playful surrender from Bissonette.
The exchange highlighted the playful and competitive nature of hockey banter, even when cameras are rolling. Bissonette, who has rebranded himself as a popular podcaster and commentator, was recently involved in an altercation at a restaurant in Arizona, where six men were arrested for assault and disorderly conduct. The incident adds an extra layer of humor and tension to the lighthearted banter between Marchand and Bissonette on national TV.
The interaction showcased the rapport between players and commentators, providing entertainment and engaging fans in the pregame show. Despite the teasing and jokes, both Marchand and Bissonette displayed good sportsmanship and humor, adding an element of fun to the broadcast.
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