Matt Grzelcyk D FA Tue 2/9/21 12:29 PM
Matt Grzelcyk
D FA
Grzelcyk (lower body) worked with the Bruins' second power-play unit during Tuesday's practice, Fluto Shinzawa of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
He and fellow blueliner Charlie McAvoy were the point men on a unit that also included Charlie Coyle, Craig Smith and Jake DeBrusk (lower body), who like Grzelcyk is expected to return to action Wednesday against the Rangers. To date, Grzelcyk has logged three assists (including one on the power play) in five games.
Matt Grzelcyk D FA Sat 2/6/21 12:32 PM
Matt Grzelcyk
D FA
Grzelcyk (lower body) is expected to return to action Wednesday against the Rangers, Eric Russo of the Bruins' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
The same applies to forward Jake DeBrusk (lower body), with the duo having been skating lately in anticipation of suiting up the next time the Bruins play. In his expected return, look for Grzelcyk to resume his second-pairing blue line duties alongside Brandon Carlo, as well as reclaim a share of power-play duty. Grzelcyk, who last suited up Jan. 28, has logged three assists in five games to date.
Matt Grzelcyk D FA Wed 2/3/21 1:11 PM
Matt Grzelcyk
D FA
Grzelcyk (lower body) has resumed skating back in Boston, Joe Haggerty of Boston Hockey Now reports.
EDGE Analysis
Grzelcyk didn't travel with the Bruins for the team's upcoming back-to-back contests in Philadelphia. With Boston's scheduled games against the Sabres on Feb. 6 and Feb. 8 having been postponed, Grzelcyk could be targeting a return to action next Wednesday against the Rangers. While he's out, Connor Clifton is slated to remain in the lineup.
Matt Grzelcyk D FA Sun 1/31/21 2:54 PM
Matt Grzelcyk
D FA
Grzelcyk (lower body) didn't travel with the team ahead of Monday's game against the Capitals, Joe Haggerty of Boston Hockey Now reports.
EDGE Analysis
This lower-body injury has been lingering, as Grzelcyk has played in just one of the last three games. In turn, the Bruins are giving the 27-year-old blueliner a chance to rest and recover before returning to the lineup. The team has two more games against the Flyers on this road trip, and unless Grzelcyk rejoins the team, he'll likely miss those games as well.
Matt Grzelcyk D FA Sat 1/30/21 1:52 PM
Matt Grzelcyk
D FA
As expected, Grzelcyk (lower body) won't play Saturday against the Capitals, Kevin Paul Dupont of the Boston Globe reports.
EDGE Analysis
Grzelcyk's considered day-to-day with his lower-body issue, so there's a chance he'll be ready to return for Monday's rematch with Washington. Connor Clifton will replace Grzelcyk in the lineup for Saturday's contest.
Matt Grzelcyk D FA Thu 1/28/21 9:57 PM
Matt Grzelcyk
D FA
Grzelcyk (lower body) is doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Capitals, Fluto Shinzawa of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Grzelcyk's injury from Thursday's game versus the Penguins is not related to the leg injury that cost him two games earlier in the week. With Grzelcyk all but ruled out for Saturday, his next chance to return would be Monday in the second game versus the Capitals.
Matt Grzelcyk D FA Thu 1/28/21 9:12 PM
Matt Grzelcyk
D FA
Grzelcyk (lower body) will not return to Thursday's game versus the Penguins.
EDGE Analysis
Grzelcyk suffered his third injury in less than a week in the second period of Thursday's contest. The severity of his injury is unknown at this time. The Bruins' next game is Saturday versus the Capitals -- more information should surface prior to that contest.
Matt Grzelcyk D FA Thu 1/28/21 12:20 PM
Matt Grzelcyk
D FA
Coach Bruce Cassidy indicated that Grzelcyk (leg) is in line to return to action Thursday night against the Penguins.
EDGE Analysis
After missing the Bruins' last two games, Grzelcyk is poised to resume his second-pairing and power-play duties Thursday, barring any unexpected pre-game setbacks. The mobile blueliner's current role with the team gives him increased fantasy utility in his fourth full NHL season.
Matt Grzelcyk D FA Wed 1/27/21 12:55 PM
Matt Grzelcyk
D FA
Grzelcyk (leg) was able to practice Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Grzelcyk was a late scratch for Tuesday's game against the Penguins, but his presence at practice Wednesday suggests that his absence was precautionary, rather than indicative of a setback during warmups. The second-pairing/power-play mainstay thus could potentially return to action Thursday night against Pittsburgh.
Matt Grzelcyk D FA Tue 1/26/21 6:57 PM
Matt Grzelcyk
D FA
Grzelcyk (leg) won't play in Tuesday's game versus the Penguins.
EDGE Analysis
Grzelcyk took line rushes with the second defensive pairing, but he'll be a late scratch, missing a second straight game. Connor Clifton will remain in the lineup.