Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney provided updates on the team's injury status and trade deadline strategy amidst a challenging season. Defenseman Hampus Lindholm is unlikely to return after suffering a fractured patella. Additionally, Charlie McAvoy's return timeline remains undetermined due to a shoulder injury from international play. With the Bruins struggling, holding a 27-24-7 record, Sweeney indicated a cautious approach to the March 7 trade deadline, pivoting from his usual buying strategy.

Realistically assessing their playoff chances, analytics suggest only a 15.4% likelihood of making it. As such, the Bruins may only pursue trades for players with potential long-term contracts while considering offers for impending free agents like Trent Frederic and Justin Brazeau. Their next matchup is on Tuesday against the Toronto Maple Leafs.