Jake DeBrusk will return Saturday once morest the New York Islanders (5 p.m. ET; NESN, MSGSN, ESPN+, SN NOW) following a 17-game absence.
The Boston Bruins forward suffered a hand and leg injury during the 2023 Winter Classic once morest the Pittsburgh Penguins on January 2.
“He’s been given the go-ahead for some time,” coach Jim Montgomery said. But it’s a matter of sensitivity and being mentally and physically ready to play. »
DeBrusk should return to his position on the left wing of the first line with Patrice Bergeron and of Brad Marchand, but no decision has been made yet. The Bruins went 12-4-1 in his absence.
“The plan is to send him where he was, in my opinion,” Montgomery said. But I always like to consult my assistants to find out what they think. »
DeBrusk had scored both goals for the Bruins in the 2-1 win at the Winter Classic before being injured. He has 30 points (16 goals, 14 assists) in 36 games this season.
