The Bruins are expected to go with this lineup against the Oilers.
The Boston Bruins are back on the ice Tuesday night (Jan. 7) to face the Edmonton Oilers. After losing their fourth straight contest, the Bruins will aim to end their ongoing skid by defeating the reigning Western Conference champions.
When it comes to their lineup, the Bruins are expected to roll out the same forward lines as they did during their last game against the New York Islanders. However, their blueline is expected to be different.
Depth defenseman Parker Wotherspoon is getting a big opportunity, as he will be on the top pairing with Charlie McAvoy. The second pairing will also sport a new look, as Nikita Zadorov will be Brandon Carlo's partner.
Here is the Bruins' full projected lineup.
Forwards
Morgan Geekie, Pavel Zacha, David Pastrnak
Brad Marchand, Elias Lindholm, Charlie Coyle
Oliver Wahlstrom, Trent Frederic, Justin Brazeau
John Beecher, Mark Kastelic, Cole Koepke
Defensemen
Parker Wotherspoon & Charlie McAvoy
Nikita Zadorov & Brandon Carlo
Mason Lohrei & Andrew Peeke