Panthers say Marchand will be rehabbing through October
Florida forward Brad Marchand is expected to miss the first month of the season. The 38-year-old will be sidelined for at least the Panthers' first 14 games while recovering from offseason surgery. Marchand revealed in mid-August that he had surgery, but details haven't been released. He was troubled by a lower-body issue last season, affecting Florida's Stanley Cup hopes. Panthers coach Paul Maurice said Thursday that Marchand will focus on rehab in October.
Marchand missed 30 games last season but still scored 54 points in 52 games. He was on the ice Thursday for a separate workout.
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