The players will all have to step up their game to compensate for this loss. A loss tonight could be fatal for the Bruins.
Conversely, if the team manages to win without their captain and he returns for Game #5, they will surely have the wind at their backs.
Their head coach, Montreal-born Jim Montgomery, took the blame for the last defeat and will certainly have a better plan this time.
However, I fear that the loss of Marchand will be enough for the Bruins to surrender. They don't have incredible depth upfront, and the Panthers are really strong.
I would be surprised if the Bruins win tonight, but you never know what can happen in the playoffs!