The Boston Bruins Make Surprising Roster Moves

Matt Grzelcyk on long-term injured reserve.
Jakub Lauko on injured reserve.
Promoted defensemen Mason Lohrei, Ian Mitchell, and Parker Wotherspoon from Providence.

Lohrei, 22, had seven games with Providence this season, recording four assists. He's a 6'5" defenseman originally drafted by Boston in the second round of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft.

Mitchell, 24, played two games with Boston this season, registering one assist. He's a 6' defenseman with NHL experience between Boston and Chicago.

Wotherspoon, 26, played six games with Providence this season, with one assist. He's a 6'1" defenseman with extensive AHL experience and some NHL appearances.