It’s been an emotional week for Brad Marchand and the Boston Bruins. On Tuesday, Marchand returned to TD Garden for the first time since being traded to the Florida Panthers in March.

Marchand, who spent his first 16 NHL seasons with the Bruins, was visibly touched and emotional leading up to and during his return. He spoke highly of Boston and his time there, calling it “the best years of my life.”

Given Marchand’s strong ties to the city and the Bruins organization, many fans are wondering if he’d consider returning to work for his old team someday.

The 37-year-old is in the first season of a six-year extension with the Panthers, so he’s probably going to retire with them. However, he recently said he’s open to rejoining the Bruins after his playing days are over.

“If I’m being

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