Bruins coach Joe Sacco said he "wouldn’t expect (McAvoy) in the short-term" as the franchise defenseman remains hospitalized.

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The Boston Bruins returned to practice on Feb. 21, with the 4 Nations Face-Off over. However, Bruins star Charlie McAvoy was absent from practice due to his shoulder injury and infection, which he suffered during the tournament.