MATTHEW POITRAS NEWS

Assigned to AHL Poitras was assigned to AHL Providence on Monday.

Impact Poitras appeared in the Bruins' last 14 games but didn't make a significant impact for the NHL club early in the year, logging a goal, four points, six hits and four blocked shots while averaging 12:44 of ice time. He should have more consistent opportunities to contribute in the minors but could rejoin Boston at some point.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

First goal a game-winner Poitras scored the game-winning goal in Saturday's 3-0 victory over the Flyers.

Impact The 20-year-old center potted his first goal of the season midway through the first period, banging a loose puck past Aleksei Kolosov, and it was all the support Joonas Korpisalo needed in the Boston net. Poitras has four points in his first 10 games this season, and he's unlikely to be a consistent contributor without regular power-play time or a spot in the Bruins' top six.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Hands out assist Poitras recorded an assist in Thursday's 5-2 loss to the Stars.

Impact Poitras snapped a four-game slump when he set up a David Pastrnak tally in the first period. The Bruins have gotten next to nothing out of their middle six so far, and Poitras moved from third-line center to second-line right wing while also losing his power-play spot Thursday. He has two assists, three shots on goal, four hits and a minus-1 rating through six appearances, so he doesn't need to be rostered in redraft formats at this time.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Earns helper in season debut Poitras logged an assist in Saturday's 2-1 overtime win over the Kings.

Impact Poitras made his season debut Saturday after missing the first two games with an undisclosed injury sustained during training camp. The 20-year-old centered the third line and saw 16:05 of ice time. He's looking to build off a 15-point effort as a rookie, which he accumulated over 33 regular-season games before a shoulder injury ended his campaign.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Poitras (undisclosed) will be in the lineup Saturday against the Kings following his activation from the injured non-roster list.

Impact Poitras sat out the first two games of the 2024-25 campaign after being injured during training camp. He notched five goals and 15 points across 33 games in the 2023-24 regular season. Poitras will replace Riley Tufte in Saturday's lineup.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Saturday Per Conor Ryan of The Boston Globe, coach Jim Montgomery said Friday that Poitras (undisclosed) is "very close" and could play Saturday at home versus LA.

Impact Poitras led the Bruins in stretching before Friday's practice, after skating Thursday in a regular jersey during practice. Poitras has missed the opening two games of the season with his injury. Should he return against the Kings, look for the 20-year-old to center the third line, alongside Justin Brazeau and Trent Frederic.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Getting close to return Poitras (undisclosed) practiced in a regular jersey Thursday and is getting close to returning to the lineup, Conor Ryan of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Poitras will not play Thursday versus Montreal as he sits out his second straight game. The 20-year-old sophomore had five goals and 10 assists in 33 regular-season appearances with the Bruins last season. Look for Poitras to grab a bottom-six role upon his return, which could come as early as Saturday against the Kings.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Poitras (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday on Opening Night versus Florida.

Impact Poitras registered five goals and 15 points in 33 regular-season games with Boston in 2023-24. He is considered day-to-day, meaning he could be ready to play as early as Thursday versus Montreal. When he returns, Poitras could replace Cole Koepke in the lineup.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss start of season Poitras (undisclosed) may not be ready for the start of the season, Scott McLaughlin of WEEI reports Friday.

Impact Poitras has played in three of Boston's six preseason games, scoring once. He missed the end of the 2023-24 campaign with a shoulder injury, but there is no word as to whether or not it is the same injury. Poitras made his NHL debut as a 19-year-old last season, registering five goals and 10 assists in 33 regular-season contests. He is slated to center the third line, once he is healthy.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Poitras won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Kings due to an undisclosed injury, and he's considered day-to-day, Conor Ryan of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Poitras missed the end of the 2023-24 season due to a shoulder injury, but he returned to action for the start of the Bruins' development camp at the beginning of July. It's unclear what injury he's dealing with in the closing days of the preseason. His final chance to suit up before the start of the regular season will be in Saturday's exhibition game against the Capitals.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

The Bruins' Matthew isn't the only Poitras playing hockey locally this season, there's also sister Abby of Merrimack - The Boston Globe Matthew and Abby worked out together a few times this summer, including on-ice sessions at Warrior with their skating coach, Ashley Jones.

SEPTEMBER 14 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Suiting up for development camp Poitras (shoulder) took the ice in a regular sweater for the start of the Bruins' development camp Monday, Steve Conroy of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Poitras was limited to just 33 regular-season games for Boston this past season due to injury but looks ready to go ahead of the 2024-25 campaign. In those limited appearances, the 20-year-old center notched five goals on 40 shots to go with 10 helpers. Barring any injury setbacks, Poitras should be a near-lock to make the Opening Night roster in October.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Bruins Place Matthew Poitras On Injured Reserve, Recall Rookie The Boston Bruins made a trio of roster transactions Tuesday, marking the end of one rookie campaign and the possible renewal of another.

FEBRUARY 20 • NESN.COM

Shifts to LTIR Poitras (shoulder) was moved to long-term injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact Poitras underwent shoulder surgery Feb. 7 and is done for the year, so this move shouldn't come as a surprise. Poitras, who should be a regular in the Bruins' lineup in 2024-25, finished the 2023-24 campaign with five goals and 15 points through 33 games as a rookie.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Moved to IR Poitras (shoulder) was placed on injured reserve Monday, per CapFriendly.

Impact This is simply a procedural move as it was already announced that Poitras would miss the remainder of the 2023-24 season. He wrapped up his rookie campaign with 15 points in 33 contests.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Bruins rookie Poitras has season-ending shoulder surgery

Boston Bruins rookie Matthew Poitras has had season-ending surgery on his right shoulder

FEBRUARY 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bruins Rookie Matthew Poitras Has Season-Ending Surgery Matthew Poitras' rookie campaign with the Bruins is over. The team announced the 19-year-old forward underwent shoulder surgery on Wednesday...

FEBRUARY 8 • NESN.COM

Done for season Poitras underwent surgery on his right shoulder Wednesday and will miss the remainder of the season.

Impact Poitras' expected recovery timeline is five months, so he should be able to participate in a fairly regular offseason training regimen. The 19-year-old will end his rookie season with 15 points, 40 shots on net and a plus-4 rating over 33 appearances. Poitras should be ready for 2024-25 if he avoids setbacks in his recovery, though it's possible he could proceed slowly during training camp. He could be placed on injured reserve in the coming days to free up a roster spot.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Tuesday Poitras (undisclosed) will not be in action versus the Flames on Tuesday, Steve Conroy of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Poitras has struggled to stay healthy since returning from the World Junior Championship, playing in just six of the Bruins' last 12 contests. Even when healthy, the 19-year-old center has been struggling to produce, as he is mired in both a five-game pointless streak and a 12-game goal drought. As such, Poitras could find himself watching from the press box periodically once cleared in order to hopefully rediscover his offensive upside.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Saturday Poitras (undisclosed) won't be in the lineup Saturday against Philadelphia.

Impact Poitras has accounted for five goals, 15 points and 40 shots on net through 33 games this season. With Jake DeBrusk (undisclosed) unavailable as well, Patrick Brown and Jakub Lauko will suit up versus the Flyers.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Returning Saturday Poitras (shoulder) is expected to return to the lineup Saturday against Montreal, Steve Conroy of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Poitras was originally labeled doubtful for the contest, though it appears he'll suit up after all after missing Boston's last four games. The 19-year-old rookie has five goals and 15 points in 30 games this season.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Saturday Per Steve Conroy of the Boston Herald, Poitras (shoulder) is unlikely to play Saturday versus Montreal, according to coach Jim Montgomery.

Impact Poitras has already missed four games and Montomery said Friday that he has 'a couple of boxes to check' before returning to the lineup. Poitras has been practicing and it appears that he could return as early as Monday in Winnipeg. Poitras has seen lots of action on the top two lines, but he has settled into a bottom-two center of late.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Poitras (shoulder) isn't available for Thursday's game against Colorado, per Fluto Shinzawa of The Athletic.

Impact It will be Boston's fourth straight contest without Poitras. He has five goals and 15 points in 30 contests this season. When healthy, Poitras will likely serve in a bottom-six capacity.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Thursday Poitras (shoulder) will be reevaluated ahead of Thursday's clash with Colorado.

Impact Poitras looks poised to return from a three-game absence due to his shoulder injury, though he hasn't been officially cleared to play. The Ontario native remains mired in a nine-game goal drought during which he recorded a mere six shots. The 19-year-old center did chip in five helpers over that stretch, continuing to produce even when the goals aren't coming. If Poitras plays against the Avs, it would likely mean a return to the press box for Oskar Steen.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Poitras (shoulder) won't suit up in Monday's contest versus the Devils.

Impact Poitra will miss his third straight contest, but he is trending in the right direction after skating Monday morning. The 19-year-old rookie has five goals, 15 points and 38 shots on net in 30 games this season.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE