Marchand and the Panthers are nearing a six-year contract extension worth just less than $32 million, according to Sportsnet's Elliott Friedman. That comes after Friedman reported the Panthers reached an eight-year contract with Aaron Ekblad, a deal with a $6.1 million average annual value.

Barring Marchand opting for comfort over cash and taking a below-market deal, it seems unlikely that the Bruins will reel in their former star.

Brad Marchand is closing in on a six-year extension worth just under $32 million with the Florida Panthers, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported on Monday.