Bruins' Charlie McAvoy, Mark Kastelic Out for Season

The Boston Bruins have confirmed that defenseman Charlie McAvoy and forward Mark Kastelic will not return for the remainder of the 2024-25 season. McAvoy has been sidelined since suffering a shoulder injury during the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament in February, finishing the season with 23 points in 50 games, while Kastelic has been out with an upper-body injury. Both players have made progress but will not be cleared in time for the remaining three games of the season. This marks a disappointing season for the Bruins, who have been mathematically eliminated from playoff contention and will miss the postseason for the first time since 2016. The team is looking forward to the return of McAvoy and Kastelic next season, hoping to improve their defensive capabilities. Interim coach Joe Sacco emphasized the need for the team to focus on recovery and preparation for the upcoming season.