Every player that Brad Marchand has ever kissed or licked team up for a special 1,000th NHL game celebration

Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand hits the ice for the 1,000th time in the NHL this evening, an incredible milestone for a player who is sure to be a Hall of Famer when it's all said and done.

Prior to the game the Panthers held a touching pre-game ceremony for Marchand and his entire family to witness. The best part?

A special congratulations from all the players that he has kissed and licked throughout his career.

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It fits the spirit of a Brad Marchand celebration perfectly.

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