Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand and his wife, Katrina, traveled to the United Kingdom this week, shortly after clinching the Stanley Cup. Katrina Marchand shared several Instagram stories on Friday highlighting their British trip, which included attending matches at the Wimbledon Championships.
One photograph showed Marchand standing casually on a London street corner, dressed in a beige knit shirt, navy pants, and white sneakers. The couple also shared moments from the Centre Court where they watched Carlos Alcaraz compete against Jan-Lennard Struff. Alcaraz triumphed in four sets (6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4), advancing to the fourth round of the tournament. Their visit featured a stop at a refined venue called The House, known for its Wimbledon hospitality experience.
Marchand’s Successful Season Culminates with Stanley Cup Win
The trip to London came soon after a memorable conclusion to the NHL season. Brad Marchand and the Florida Panthers defeated the Edmonton Oilers in six games to win the Stanley Cup Final. Marchand was a key contributor throughout the series, netting six goals, including a double overtime winner in Game 2.
Panthers’ Family Vacation to the Bahamas Before Wimbledon Trip
Earlier in the week, Brad Marchand joined fellow Florida Panthers players Matthew Tkachuk, Sam Reinhart, and others on a getaway to the Bahamas with their families. On Wednesday, Tkachuk posted Instagram stories showing the group boarding a private jet, all wearing matching blue caps. He wrote,
“Bahamas done right,” —Matthew Tkachuk
The Panthers were later seen enjoying time at Footprints Beach Bar & Grill, posing around a pool table, and relaxing outside a Dairy Queen with ice cream. Katrina Marchand also shared moments from the vacation, including photos of the group on the tarmac and ladies dressed up for an evening at a resort.
Team’s Championship Celebrations Include Miami Night Out and Trophy Mishap
In the weeks following the Stanley Cup victory, the Florida Panthers celebrated vigorously. They were seen at Miami nightclub E11EVEN, where Marchand joked on the Spittin’ Chiclets podcast that nobody leaves the club unless escorted out. Tkachuk revealed Marchand returned to pay their tab, only to find the club had covered a $500,000 bill for the team. During the celebrations, the Stanley Cup suffered some dents, but team captain Aleksander Barkov appeared unconcerned by the minor damage.
Significance of Marchand’s UK Visit After a Historic Season
Brad Marchand’s London trip with his wife illustrates a well-earned break after an intense and victorious NHL season. By attending Wimbledon, Marchand embraced a prominent cultural event while continuing to enjoy time with family and teammates who recently celebrated a landmark championship. This UK visit blends the athlete’s passion for sports with personal relaxation, likely serving as a rejuvenating pause before the next hockey season begins.
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