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Panthers’ Brad Marchand gets real on Boston return with curious take

The Florida Panthers are the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions. They secured the Cup again last season, thanks in large part to a mid-season trade with the Boston Bruins for Brad Marchand.

Marchand spent the first 15-plus years of his professional career in Boston, where he built a near-legendary reputation for his grit, toughness, and playmaking abilities. On Tuesday night, he will make his first trip back to Boston as a member of the road team.

“The fans won’t be able to cheer because I know they don’t like the Panthers,” Marchand said Monday. “But maybe they’ll like me enough to give me a lil’ yay.”

From the 2009-2010 season, Marchand has amassed 422 goals and 554 assists, totaling 976 points. These numbers rank him fourth, sixth, and fifth respectively in team history. However, Boston fans will likely maintain their distaste for the Panthers. After all, it was only a couple of seasons ago that the Bruins posted the greatest record in NHL regular-season history, only to be upset by Florida in the first round of the playoffs.

The Panthers will be looking to snap a four-game losing streak. They started the season 3-0 but have since dropped games to the Philadelphia Flyers, Detroit Red Wings, New Jersey Devils, and Buffalo Sabres. All four losses came by multiple goals, with the Panthers being outscored 15-4.

Meanwhile, the Bruins find themselves in a similar situation. Despite winning their first three games, they have also lost four straight since. That said, the Bruins were not expected to compete at a high level this season, unlike the Panthers, who are expected to contend.

Marchand is off to another solid start himself. Over the first week-plus of the season, he has recorded three goals, three assists, and eight penalty minutes. At 37 years old, it does not appear the future Hall of Famer is slowing down anytime soon.
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Beyond clothes, Bottomless Closet outfits women with tools for success

**Empowering Women in Midtown Manhattan: The Mission of Bottomless Closet**

For over 25 years, Bottomless Closet has been a beacon of hope for New York City women striving to land their next job. Located in Midtown Manhattan, this organization does more than offer career advice and a new outfit—it creates a supportive sisterhood of women across the city who are committed to helping one another succeed.

For Executive Director Melissa Norden, Bottomless Closet’s mission is deeply personal. “Before I came here, I lost my job. I always found I was pretty confident, but having gone through that experience, it knocked me down pretty quickly,” Norden shared.

Bottomless Closet welcomes all women, regardless of the challenges they have faced. “People have gone through homelessness, substance abuse, prison. We’ve all faced something that’s led us to Bottomless Closet’s doorstep,” Norden explained.

The organization offers a comprehensive range of services, including styling sessions, mock interviews, and clothing donations—all designed to reignite a woman’s spark. But the clothes are more than just outfits; they serve as a powerful vehicle for confidence, helping women envision themselves thriving in the professional environments they aspire to join.

“It felt warm walking in, and everyone was so kind. You put the hard work in, you do the time, and now you get the paycheck,” said Kamari Tuitt, a Bottomless Closet client who landed a job after her very first visit.

Through personalized, one-on-one attention, Bottomless Closet equips women with the tools and resources they need to get back on their feet and succeed in their careers.

If you or someone you know could benefit from Bottomless Closet’s support, this remarkable community is ready to welcome you with open arms.
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