Sweeney speaks: Hampus Lindholm likely done for the year, "cautious" deadline approach
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After a tough loss to Anaheim, Bruins GM Don Sweeney addressed the media, revealing critical updates on player injuries. Hampus Lindholm is reported to be unlikely to return for the season due to a complex knee injury. He underwent knee surgery and will follow up on removing problematic hardware. As for Charlie McAvoy, he is recovering at home without new updates on his timeline, though Sweeney expressed satisfaction with his medical care but avoided commenting on outside responsibility for the injury. Sweeney also indicated a potential change in their approach for the upcoming trade deadline.
Sweeney stated, “Hampus, unfortunately, is unlikely to return for the rest of the season. He had a significant knee injury, fractured his patella, and had surgery.”
Sweeney confirmed that McAvoy is recovering at home, but did not have much new to offer regarding his status or timeline for recovery.
On McAvoy's medical care, Sweeney said, “The care that Charlie received here is what's most important from the standpoint of where his health is at now.
Sweeney hinted at adopting a different approach for the trade deadline, stating, ‘We will weigh our options and consider all possibilities.’
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