Particle.news
Download on the App Store
14 ARTICLES
·
5d ago

Bruins Near Key Returns: Pastrnak Set to Play, McAvoy Awaits Clearance on Road Trip

The Bruins plan a cautious, medical-led reintegration to protect player health and preserve team structure.

Nov 13, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy (73) prepares for a faceoff in the first period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images
Image
Nov 23, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Boston Bruins right winger David Pastrnak (88) tracks the puck during a game against the San Jose Sharks in the third period at SAP Center in San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
Both Charlie McAvoy and David Pastrnak are expected to return to the lineup during this road trip.

Overview

  • David Pastrnak was upgraded to a regular practice sweater Tuesday and, per Pro Hockey Rumors citing Boston.com, was set to return against the Blues after being termed a game-time decision earlier in the day.
  • Charlie McAvoy skated with the full group in a regular jersey and a full face shield but was ruled out for Tuesday, with hopes to play later on the three-game trip pending daily medical clearance.
  • McAvoy detailed a linear jaw fracture with displacement and loss of multiple bottom teeth, underwent facial surgery, has been on a liquid-only diet, and has regained roughly half of an initial 20-pound weight loss.
  • Since McAvoy went down on Nov. 15, Boston has gone about .500, and the club is 3-2-0 in the five games without both stars while remaining near the top of the Atlantic Division.
  • Coach Marco Sturm emphasized that medical staff will set the timeline and that returning players must fit back into the team’s established structure and conditioning before resuming full roles.