The Boston Bruins faced another blow to their defensive lineup as rookie Michael Callahan left the game early in the second period after a hit to the face by the Rangers. Callahan, a Franklin native playing in his fifth NHL game, had blood on his lips as he left the ice. This injury further strains the Bruins’ already thin defensive unit, with Charlie McAvoy and Brandon Carlo just returning from injuries. Callahan did not return for the third period, leaving the team with only five defensemen for over half the game. The injury occurred during Callahan’s second shift of the period, cutting his ice time short at just under six minutes. The Bruins will have to regroup and adjust their defensive strategy to cope with the absence of Callahan in future games. This setback highlights the ongoing challenge of keeping defensemen healthy and available for the Bruins as they continue to navigate the competitive NHL season.
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