Elias Lindholm did not show up for the Bruins’ second training camp day, but it does not appear to be a permanent problem.
Jim Montgomery, the head coach, said reporters on Friday that Boston was being “extra cautious” with the center and that the day was for maintenance for the standout free-agent signing. David Pastrnak offered an alternative justification.
Pastrnak described his first practice session with Lindholm to media, saying, “It was good,” according to the Bruins. Maybe he wasn’t acclimated to the speed in Czech. He required the day off (Friday) for this reason. It was enjoyable. We looked pretty at times. I don’t believe Lindy and I will have any trouble getting along.
He is quite intelligent and has a high hockey IQ. Although it was only one practice, as I previously stated, I don’t believe there will be any issues locating chemistry.”
Working on the same line as a prolific scorer like Pastrnak might help Lindholm rediscover his 2021–22 form, even though he didn’t produce much the previous season. Lindholm should provide Boston a “killer instinct” on the power play.
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The Bruins take on the New York Rangers in their opening preseason game on Sunday. Full coverage airs on NESN beginning at 5 p.m. ET or as soon as the Boston Red Sox game concludes.
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