With the Bruins need for a retool, they at least have to explore the possibility of trading one of their top wingers at the deadline.

Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand has consistently stated his desire to stay with the organization. The 36-year-old forward is a lifelong Bruin, rising up the ranks from mid-round draft pick to top forward in the organization.

Brad Marchand wants to remain in Boston but the Bruins captain is becoming a trade candidate ahead of the deadline.

Marchand still believes in what the Bruins can accomplish: "We haven’t played our best yet. When we do, we can play with any team."

Boston Bruins star Brad Marchand is the Original Six club's top pending unrestricted free agent. With the trade deadline rapidly approaching, questions about his future with the Original Six club have come up.

The Bruins front office doesn't plan on being aggressive at the NHL trade deadline. What does that mean for Trent Frederic and Brad Marchand's futures in Boston?

When asked about the Boston Bruins’ outlook this season and their approach to the trade deadline, NHL insider Chris Johnston said on TSN First Up that he doesn’t expect them to be major players as the March 7 deadline approaches.

During the third period of the Boston Bruins' Feb. 23 contest against the Anaheim Ducks, Brad Marchand left after losing an edge and colliding hard into the boards. However, he did return to the game shortly after.