The Boston Bruins have nothing to play for on paper after clinching home ice for their first-round matchup with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Some veterans, like Zdeno Chara and David Krejci, will get some needed rest over the last two games of the regular season.
In turn, Bruce Cassidy, Don Sweeney and the rest of the Bruins brass get to evaluate some of their younger prospects beginning Thursday night in Minnesota. One intriguing player, in particular, finally gets to showcase his potential.
After spending his first two professional seasons in Providence, forward Zach Senyshyn will finally make his Boston debut for the 8 p.