Beecher was a healthy scratch for Game 5 but will draw back into the lineup for Game 6 as he replaces the injured Danton Heinen. The 23-year-old scored Boston's first goal of the series vs. Toronto but has yet to put up another point throughout his four games played.
The Bruins will turn to Swayman for a third straight game as they attempt to advance to the second round of the playoffs. Swayman has won each of his three starts this postseason, allowing two or fewer goals in each contest while posting a tremendous .956 SV%. The Bruins enter game five as -164 home favourites against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
The Bruins will likely turn to Swayman for a third straight game as they attempt to advance to the second round of the playoffs. Swayman has won each of his three starts this postseason, allowing two or fewer goals in each contest while posting a tremendous .956 SV%. The Bruins enter game five as -164 home favourites against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
After losing game two with Linus Ullmark between the pipes, the Bruins will rotate back to Swayman, their Game 1 starter, in Game 3 against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Swayman was stellar in a 5-1 victory in game one, saving 35 of 36 shots (.972 SV%) in the contest. The Bruins enter action on Wednesday as slight -103 road underdogs.
James van Riemsdyk will make his series debut for the Bruins in game three, making Lauko the odd man out of the lineup. Lauko played the first two games of the series, averaging 10:43 time-on-ice while registering five shots and 11 hits.
After losing game two with Linus Ullmark between the pipes, the Bruins will rotate back to Swayman, their game-one starter, in game three against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Swayman was stellar in a 5-1 victory in game one, saving 35 of 36 shots (.972 SV%) in the contest. The Bruins enter action on Wednesday as slight -103 road underdogs.
Matt Grzelcyk will be a healthy scratch in game three, allowing Wotherspoon to make his series debut in game three. Wotherspoon played 41 games with the Bruins this season, tallying eight points (0G / 8A) while averaging 17:43 time-on-ice.
Lohrei did not play either of the first two games of the playoffs for the Bruins but will enter the lineup after being recalled from the Providence Bruins (AHL). The 23-year-old Lohrei played 41 games for Boston this year, his first NHL season, tallying 13 points (4G / 9A).
Peeke was limited to only 10:20 time-on-ice in the Bruins 3-2 game two loss to the Toronto Maples on Monday due to an upper-body injury. In 38 games this season, Peeke recorded 10 points (1G / 9A), 92 hits, and 78 blocks.
Lohrei did not play either of the first two games of the playoffs for the Bruins but could get a chance to draw into the lineup after being recalled from the Providence Bruins (AHL). The 23-year-old Lohrei played 41 games for Boston this year, his first NHL season, tallying 13 points (4G / 9A).
Peeke took a Tyler Bertuzzi shot off the hand in his last shift and did not return to the game. Head coach Jim Montgomery did not have an update on Peeke's status post-game, adding that he'll be evaluated on Tuesday.
Swayman had a terrific regular season, going 25-10-8 with a 2.53 GAA, .916 SV% and three shutouts in 44 appearances (43 starts). Swayman will start Game 1 vs. Toronto but doesn't have a lot of NHL playoff experience. He's 3-4 with a 2.79 GAA and .901 SV% in eight appearances (six starts) since 2021. Swayman was undefeated vs. Toronto this season, going 3-0-0 with a sparkling 1.30 GAA and .959 SV%.
With the Bruins set to begin their first-round playoff matchup against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday, they have recalled Lohrei from Providence. The 23-year-old Lohrei played 41 games for Boston this year, his first NHL season, tallying 13 points (4G / 9A).
With the Bruins set to begin their first-round playoff matchup against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday, they have recalled Beecher from Providence (AHL). The 23-year-old Beecher played 52 games with Boston this season, his first NHL campaign, scoring 10 points (7G / 3A).
With the Islanders opting to rest several players in the final game of the season, Wahlstrom will re-enter the lineup for the first time since February. Wahlstrom has had a disappointing campaign with six points (2G / 4A) in 31 games.
Beecher has been a regular in the lineup for the Bruins over the last month, scoring three points (2G / 1A) in 13 games, but has been loaned to the Providence Bruins (AHL). Jayson Megna has been recalled in a corresponding move.
Matt Grzelcyk will be a healthy scratch on Monday, allowing Wotherspoon to re-enter the lineup. The 26-year-old Wotherspoon has eight points (0G / 8A) in 39 games this season.
The Bruins will continue to push for the Presidents Trophy on Monday with Swayman between the pipes against the Washington Capitals. Swayman has allowed three or fewer goals in four of his last five games (3-2-0) but allowed four on 26 shots (.846 SV%) in his most recent outing, a 4-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. The Bruins enter action as -154 road favourites.
