This Bruins forward could end up being out against the Lightning.
While speaking to reporters, Boston Bruins head coach Joe Sacco shared that forward Charlie Coyle is a game-time decision due to an illness. This was after Coyle was not on the ice for the Bruins' morning skate.
The Bruins are already shorthanded in this contest, as Charlie McAvoy and Mark Kastelic were placed on injured reserve earlier today. In addition, Hampus Lindholm is still not ready to return to the lineup. Thus, not having another key player in Coyle against the Lightning would be tough for Boston.
Coyle, 32, has appeared in 45 games this season with the Bruins, posting 10 goals, 14 points, and a minus-6 rating. This is after he set career highs with 25 goals and 60 points in 82 games last season.
We will need to wait and see what happens with Coyle from here.