Players like David Krejci and Brad Marchand spent a year and a half in the minors,” said Bruins' coach Jim Montgomery. Now it's Matt Poitras' turn to do the same.

The Boston Bruins’ rocky start this season has sparked speculation over head coach Jim Montgomery’s job security. The Bruins, coming off a season in which they defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round of the playoffs before crashing out of the postseason, have looked bad in the early stages of the 2024-25 campaign.

Matt Poitras joined the Providence Bruins for his first AHL practice on Tuesday. But before the 20-year-old forward was sent down, Bruins coach Jim Montgomery gave him a message. “Players like David Krejci and Brad Marchand spent a year and a half in the minors.

After a frustrating loss to Ottawa, the Bruins had to make adjustments. They made some on Monday. Now we’ll see if they have any effect.

The Bruins opted to send Matt Poitras to Providence on Monday. Even with the 20-year-old struggling, it's a risky move for Boston.