Florida Panthers star Brad Marchand broke down in tears as the Boston Bruins played a tribute video for him in his first game back at the TD Garden.

Marchand played a key role in the Bruins’ capturing of the Stanley Cup in 2011, their first title in nearly three decades. He returns to Boston with some additional championship hardware, providing the Panthers with a major boost on their way to a second straight title last season.

Brad Marchand was brought to tears by a tribute video the Bruins showed during his return to Boston. He also received a lengthy ovation.

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Brad Marchand was overcome with emotion in his first trip back to Boston with the Panthers. The Bruins played a tribute video for Marchand, who was dealt at the trade deadline last season, during Tuesday’s game, showing highlights from his 15-year run in Boston, which included a Stanley Cup win in 2011.

Brad Marchand spent his first 16 NHL seasons with the Bruins, so he didn’t hesitate when asked what the best thing about Boston was.

Boston College men's hocke freshman goalie Louka Cloutier got the start at home against Denver. In the loss, he allowed six goals and recorded 20 saves with a .769 save percentage. The start in the net marked Cloutier's fourth of the young season.

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The Boston Bruins have 11 games at home and a handful of road games nearby for fans interested in trying to see the team live and in-person in the next month.