Bruins giving Poitras another chance in NHL

Matt Poitras provides instant spark for Bruins in his anticipated return to NHL
Bruins forward Matt Poitras made the most of his first NHL game since Nov. 9, sparking Boston to a 6-2 win over Tampa.
Bruins’ Matt Poitras better make most recent NHL call-up permanent
It’s a tough league,” Poitras said of the NHL. “When things don’t go your way, it’s obviously very frustrating. I was frustrated. But I feel better now.” Being back
Bruins' Matthew Poitras: Called up from minors
Called up from minors
Bruins call up Matt Poitras, Charlie McAvoy lands on IR
"I think his game is in a better place right now. He’s a guy that deserves an opportunity, based on his play.” The post Bruins call up Matt Poitras, Charlie McAvoy lands on IR appeared first on Boston.
Bruins forward earns alternate captain honors with Charlie McAvoy out
Charlie Coyle went from possible scratch to alternate captain. Not only is Coyle in the Bruins lineup after missing morning skate with an illness, but he’ll wear the “A” on his jersey with Charlie McAvoy on injured reserve for Tuesday’s game against the Lightning at TD Garden.
Bruins notebook: Matt Poitras makes his return
After finding his game in Providence, center Matt Poitras was recalled by Boston on Tuesday and, though Charlie Coyle (illness) was a game-time decision, the 20-year-old Poitras was set to be in the lineup against the Tampa Bay Lightning regardless of Coyle’s status.
Trent Frederic avenges Bruins teammate in heavyweight fight with Emil Lilleberg
Bruins forward Trent Frederic avenged Mark Kastelic on Tuesday by scrapping with the Tampa player who injured him, Emil ...
Are Bruins at Risk of Missing NCAA Tournament Again?
After an impressive 10-2 start to the season, the UCLA Bruins looked like an early candidate for a Big Ten title as well as a ...
Bruins Finally Play Like A Contender
Defenseman Parker Wotherspoon, who was playing in his 76th NHL game, scored his first career goal to give the Bruins a 2-0 ...
Bruins forward wins decisive fight to avenge teammate’s injury
After Emil Lilleberg's crosscheck sent Mark Kastelic to the IR, Trent Frederic challenged the Tampa defenseman to fight.
Mack Pushes for Focus and Fight Amid Bruins’ Skid
Sophomore guard Sebastian Mack emphasized the need for defensive focus, better communication and unity as UCLA aims to ...
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The Backcheck: Lightning's comeback bid offset by slow start in loss to Bruins
Coach Jon Cooper told media postgame that slow starts plagued his team throughout the three-game road trip that ended Tuesday ...
New-look Bruins get out on front foot and match season-high offensive output in rout of Lightning
The win, paced by early goals from Trent Frederic, Parker Wotherspoon, Brad Marchand, and David Pastrnak, was the second in a ...
UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast: From Defeat to Redemption
In the latest episode of the UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast, Madeleine Considine breaks down UCLA men’s basketball's recent loss ...
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Mishkin's Extra Shift: Bruins 6, Lightning 2
A poor start doomed the Lightning, as they allowed four unanswered goals in the opening 26:05. Although they pushed hard in ...
Matt Poitras recalled from AHL as Bruins make series of roster moves ahead of game vs. Lightning
The other moves related to injury classifications, with franchise defenseman Charlie McAvoy surprisingly placed on the ...
Bruins Need a Leader to Push Through Trying Times
The UCLA Bruins are going through it in the worst way after losing their fourth-straight game on Monday night. With nowhere ...