Boston Bruins fall to Florida Panthers in Game 6, ending their playoff

Despite the return of Captain Brad Marchand, who had missed two games due to an upper-body injury, the Bruins couldn't secure the win needed to extend their season.

Brad Marchand rejoined the Bruins' lineup after being sidelined by an upper-body injury. On Thursday, he expressed his frustration over a hit by Sam Bennett in Game 3, which left him injured.

stated Brad Marchand.

Marchand's injury occurred in the first period of Game 3, when Bennett delivered a hit to his head. The play went uncalled, adding to the Bruins' frustration. The anticipation of a potential face-off between Marchand and Bennett grew as the series progressed.

In Game 6, the Panthers emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, eliminating the Bruins from the playoffs. As the game concluded, all eyes were on the handshake line, waiting for the encounter between Marchand and Bennett. When the moment came, Bennett spoke with Marchand, taking time to address the situation.

Observers noted Marchand's calm demeanor, reading his lips saying,

as he tapped Bennett in a gesture of moving past the incident.

With the Bruins out of the running, the stage is set for the Eastern Conference Final between the Florida Panthers and the New York Rangers. Game 1 is scheduled for Wednesday night in New York City, promising an exciting matchup as both teams vie for a spot in the Stanley Cup Final.