Chara (upper body) was placed on IR retroactive to Sep. 24 Monday, Joe Haggerty of CSN New England reports.

EDGE Analysis

Because the move is retroactive to Sep. 24, Chara could return to game action as soon as the Bruin's regular-season opener against the Jets on Thursday. Chara is still considered day-to-day with an upper-body injury, but is reportedly very close to returning to team practice. Chara's status for Thursday's season opener will be confirmed prior to puck drop.