Bruins' Charlie McAvoy is set to return to the ice after a face injury, according to ESPN. McAvoy, Boston's top defenseman, suffered a linear fracture on the left side of his face from a slap shot by Montreal Canadiens' Noah Dobson on November 15th. This injury required McAvoy to avoid solid foods for at least six weeks, leading to a 20-pound weight loss in the first week and a half. Despite the challenging recovery, McAvoy is making steady progress and is eager to rejoin the Bruins. He has been consuming soft foods like soups and milkshakes, gradually regaining his weight. McAvoy's return is significant as he has been a key player for the team, leading in ice time and contributing 14 points in 19 games this season. The Bruins are hoping to have McAvoy and their leading scorer, David Pastrnak, back on the ice soon, as they are currently second in the Atlantic Division. However, McAvoy's recovery process has been unique, describing it as one of the weirdest injuries he's ever experienced due to the trauma in his mouth. Despite the challenges, he's determined to get back to full health and contribute to the team's success.
