Jim Montgomery issued a statement regarding Matthew Poitras ahead of their game vs the Leafs tonight
Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery issued a surprise statement regarding Matthew Poitras ahead of their game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery has shared his thoughts on giving young forward Matthew Poitras a big chance in the lineup. For their game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, Poitras will be skating on a line with Bruins captain Brad Marchand and center Charlie Coyle, which is a huge step for the rookie. Montgomery believes this pairing could help Poitras keep developing his skills and confidence.
This setup is exciting not only because of Poitras's talent but also because of the high-energy environment in Toronto. Growing up in the area, Poitras is now going to be playing on his home turf, against the team he watched as a kid. This is his chance to shine in front of a familiar crowd while playing alongside the Bruins captain.
Poitras has shown skill and determination early this season, and his promotion to the top lines reflects how much faith the Bruins have in him. Pairing him with Marchand and Coyle gives him a strong support system on the ice, giving him a chance to learn from seasoned teammates.
The Bruins hope this line combination will add some spark against the Maple Leafs and help Poitras grow in his new role. The Bruins have had problems scoring goals this season, hopefully this change can spark something for them.
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