Matthew Poitras reveals his true feelings about Brad Marchand

Matthew Poitras, hailing from Ontario, had his fair share of hockey loyalties growing up.

A Toronto-area native, he naturally found himself leaning towards the Maple Leafs, as many kids from the region do. And if there's one player who wasn't exactly a favorite among Leafs fans, it's Brad Marchand.

When asked about his feelings towards Marchand during his childhood, Poitras doesn't mince words.





It's a sentiment shared by many in Leafs Nation. Marchand's notorious antics and ability to get under opponents' skin have made him a polarizing figure in the hockey world.

While his skill on the ice is undeniable, his reputation as an agitator precedes him.

Interestingly, fate has a way of bringing together the unlikeliest of pairs. Today, Poitras finds himself donning a Boston jersey alongside none other than Brad Marchand.

Whether this experience will change his perspective on the pesky forward remains to be seen, but it's certainly a twist of fate that even the most ardent Leafs fans couldn't have predicted.
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Brad Marchand
Matthew Poitras