The United States didn't have to sacrifice much when looking for a replacement for injured defenseman Charlie McAvoy in the 4 Nations Face-Off final: Reigning Norris Trophy winner Quinn Hughes was ready to step in.

Bruins general manager Don Sweeney said it is unlikely Hampus Lindholm will return this season. There’s no timeline for Charlie McAvoy’s return. Sweeney opened his session with the media on Sunday morning by updating the status of his two top defensemen.

The Boston Bruins say defenseman Charlie McAvoy won’t be able to play for the United States in the championship game of the 4 Nations Face-Off on his home ice because

Playing for the Boston Bruins, Charlie McAvoy is accustomed to being a visitor at Bell Centre as a chief rival of the host Canadiens.

While Mike Sullivan discussed the loss of Charlie McAvoy, his alternate captain, son-in-law and impact defenseman, the coach of the United States was asked whether an extra defenseman might be on his way to Boston ahead of the 4 Nations Face-Off championship against Canada (8 p.

Playing for the Boston Bruins, Charlie McAvoy is accustomed to being a visitor at Bell Centre as a chief rival of the host Canadiens.

The Bruins released an update on Charlie McAvoy Wednesday, noting that the defenseman remains hospitalized due to several injuries.

As well as an infection, Bruins say Charlie McAvoy suffered a “significant injury” to the AC joint in his right shoulder.

Charlie McAvoy will be out week-to-week after suffering an injury at the 4 Nations Face-Off -- and the Bruins are not happy.

Boston's star defenseman remains in the hospital and won't play in the 4 Nations Face-Off final vs. Team Canada.