After the Florida Panthers delivered a stunning 6-1 defeat to the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 7, Brad Marchand couldn’t resist a cheeky dig at the beleaguered fans. Speaking with superfan Paul Bissonnette, Marchand initially pretended to take the high road regarding his team’s historic win.

However, when he joined the NHL on TNT crew for a post-game chat, his playful spirit kicked in. The Panthers' triumph marked a major milestone for Marchand, making him the first player ever to win five winner-take-all games against the same franchise. Winning in front of a riled-up crowd at Scotiabank Arena certainly fueled his confidence.

During the interview, Bissonnette asked Marchand about Florida’s relentless performance. With a grin, Marchand emphasized the word "belief" in his response, showcasing his penchant for humor. The TNT team quickly caught on, prompting Bissonnette to take a playful lap around the studio as a light-hearted penalty for the veteran's corny joke.

Marchand's performance was nothing short of stellar; the 37-year-old recorded a goal and two assists in a crucial moment, proving his value when the stakes were highest. With this victory, the Panthers move on to face the Carolina Hurricanes in the next round, a team with which Marchand has a solid postseason record of 11 wins and 5 losses.

As the Panthers gear up for Game 1 against the Hurricanes on Tuesday, one thing is clear: Brad Marchand and his team are riding the high of victory while reminding the Maple Leafs and their fans that in the NHL, anything can happen.