In an unexpected statement, Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery expressed his admiration for the development of Mason Lohrei in Providence. Montgomery stated,
"He's just getting better and better since the season started, which is a sign of a guy that is a good hockey player. In camp, he was excellent, so we feel he can go in and do a really good job for us."
Lohrei's impressive growth and the coach's vote of confidence hint at a promising future for the young player, raising expectations for his contributions to the Bruins.