Brad Marchand chosen for Canada World Cup Roster

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Bruins’ Marchand wants to show his doubters that he’s ‘an OK hockey player’ – ProHockeyTalk

Bruins forward Brad Marchand had a fantastic 2015-16 NHL campaign. He set new career-highs in goals (37) and points (61), but some were still surprised to see his name added to his country’s World Cup roster on Friday evening.

Team Canada always has an embarrassment of riches to pick from when assembling their teams, so when players like Taylor Hall and Corey Perry are left off the roster, it leaves some people scratching their heads.

It was clear from the beginning that GM Doug Armstrong’s decisions wouldn’t be unanimous with fans and media personalities. When there’s that much talent to chose from, several great players will be excluded from the roster. But one thing is clear about the Marchand selection, he’s on the team because he can play.

Boy that must really be tough for some of the haters to accept.


In other news: Kessel left off of Team USA.

[Hawkeye's-911T]

I don't think there ever was much of a question as to his ability - it was more to do with some of his more questionable on-ice antics. He seems to have 'cleaned up' since being on the international stage. I just hope he carries it over to the regular season. As your quote points out - the guy can play.

Cheers
JB

[1990C4S]

He will not play his 'usual style'. If he does he will be a spectator.

I am surprised Kessel was not selected, he has looked pretty good in the playoffs. Perjaps they used the 'Bobby Ryan' excuse. 'Couldn't spell intense if you spotted him the first three letters', I think that's the way Burke put it when he selected the last Olympic team.