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Charlie McAvoy Returns Strong After Grueling Injury Recovery
12/24/2025
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Story summary
- Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy returned on December 11 after a facial injury from November 15 requiring surgery and costing four teeth.
- The injury was described as the most frustrating of his career and required a liquid diet that caused a 20-pound weight loss.
- He returned against the Winnipeg Jets and recorded 24:16 of ice time with an assist in the Bruins' 6-3 win.
