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Bruins Face Tough Decision as Charlie McAvoy Nears Return from Suspension

BRIGHTON – The Boston Bruins are one game away from reinforcements arriving. Charlie McAvoy was suspended after slashing Buffalo Sabres…

By Jack Studley · Boston Hockey Now

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 5:50 PM

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Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy is set to return from his six-game suspension on Tuesday.
Head coach Marco Sturm faces difficult roster decisions with eight defensemen currently on the NHL roster.
Mason Lohrei leads Bruins defensemen with three points while averaging 19:48 of ice time through five games.

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The Boston Bruins face difficult lineup choices on defense as Charlie McAvoy nears the end of his six-game suspension. McAvoy was suspended for slashing Buffalo Sabres forward Zach Benson during Game 6 of the 2026 playoffs. He is scheduled to return to the Bruins lineup on Tuesday following the team's sixth regular season game on Saturday.

With eight defensemen currently on the NHL roster, head coach Marco Sturm acknowledged that healthy players will inevitably sit out. Defenseman Mason Lohrei has logged nearly 20 minutes per game and recorded three points through five games, while Jonathan Aspirot and Frederic Brunet are also competing for regular ice time.

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