Bruins’ Charlie McAvoy Leaves Game After Puck Hits Face vs. Canadiens
Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy experienced a significant injury during the game against the Montreal Canadiens. With under nine minutes left in the second period, McAvoy was struck in the face by a slapshot from Canadiens defenseman Noah Dobson.
The 27-year-old player immediately collapsed on the ice and required assistance from the Bruins’ training staff to exit the rink. Prior to his departure, McAvoy had accumulated 13 minutes and 41 seconds of ice time. During this time, he successfully blocked three shots and received a slashing penalty.
Player Performance Prior to Injury
Before the incident, McAvoy was performing well throughout the season. He had recorded 14 assists in total and was averaging an impressive 24 minutes and 20 seconds of ice time across 18 games.
Injury Impact and Future Outlook
- Injury occurred with less than nine minutes remaining in the second period.
- McAvoy blocked three shots before leaving the game.
- He averaged over 24 minutes of ice time in previous games.
The Bruins will closely monitor McAvoy’s condition moving forward, considering his critical role on the team. His absence could impact the team’s defensive strategy in upcoming games against rivals.
