For Boston, it’s defenseman Matt Grzelcyk, who has been a key component for the Bruins’ success all season long.
For the Blues, it’s Oskar Sundqvist, who got suspended for injuring Grzelcyk. Sundqvist will be missed one game.
Here’s a quick breakdown of what they have done in these playoffs, and who has to step up in their place.
Matt Grzelcyk
Grzelcyk, to me, has been Boston’s second best defenseman in these playoffs, behind Charlie McAvoy, and for good reason.