This Bruins defender could be scratched vs. the Predators tonight.
The Boston Bruins are preparing for a big matchup against the Nashville Predators tonight. They are looking to build off their hard-fought 3-2 shootout win over the Washington Capitals and secure another two points.
However, the Bruins' lineup may have a notable change to it for this matchup. If the Bruins' practice lines from yesterday reflect what they will be against the Caps, Matt Grzelcyk could notably be scratched. The Massachusetts native skated as an extra defenseman with Parker Wotherspoon instead of his familiar spot on the top pairing with Charlie McAvoy.
The Bruins have been switching up their defense pairings a lot down the stretch. We have primarily seen players like Wotherspoon, Mason Lohrei, and Kevin Shattenkirk get swapped out, but now Grzelcyk may be among the odd men out.
Matt Grzelcyk Grzelcyk has appeared in 58 games this season, where he has two goals, eight assists, and a plus-11 rating. Over his last 27 games, he has just three assists.