Charlie McAvoy Injury Update
Charlie McAvoy got hit in the face by a puck on Saturday during a game against Montreal. The shot came straight off Noah Dobson’s stick. He dropped right away. Trainers helped him off the ice. People saw blood on the ice. Some of his teeth got knocked out. Nikita Zadorov, his teammate, tried to help pick them up. The whole place went quiet for a bit.
After it happened, doctors checked McAvoy out in Montreal. He could fly home with the Bruins, which was a good sign. Coach Marco Sturm said McAvoy was doing well enough to travel. They said he got hit in the jaw, but specifics about the injury weren’t shared right away.
The team said McAvoy wouldn’t play in the rest of that game because of an “upper-body” injury. He’s questionable for their next matchup against Carolina. No word yet if he’ll dress for the next game. They’ll probably check him for fractures or other problems just to be safe. Until they’re sure, he stays out.
Bruins players showed they were worried. Fans online and in the arena started hoping he’d be okay. McAvoy has had injuries before, so the team’s playing it extra safe. His spot in the lineup may go to Henri Jokiharju for now if he can’t play.
It looks like he’ll avoid the worst-case scenario, but there’s no clear return date. His next status update will come after more medical tests. Bruins will want him back soon, but only if doctors clear it. If he needs time, they’ll let him rest and heal up fully.
In short, Charlie McAvoy got hurt badly in the face but flew home with his team. His injury is serious but could have been worse. His return depends on recovery and more checks by the team doctors. Bruins fans will watch for updates in the next few days.
Disclaimer
This update is based on information available at the time of writing. Injury details, timelines, and player availability can change as teams release new evaluations or medical results. For the most accurate and current updates, refer to official team statements, NHL injury reports, and announcements from the Boston Bruins.
