The Bruins had plenty of depth options to explore when seeking a replacement for Matthew Poitras in the lineup and opted for an unconventional choice.
Boston brought up Anthony Richard from AHL-Providence, as confirmed by Bruins general manager Don Sweeney.
Richard, 27, is having a strong season, with 19 goals and 38 points in 41 games for Providence. He’s currently on a hot streak, scoring 14 goals in his last 17 games.
Having played 463 AHL games with various teams, including Providence, Laval, Milwaukee, Syracuse, and Chicago, Richard has amassed 283 points. He’s versatile, capable of playing on either wing, and has played 15 NHL games, accumulating three goals and two assists.
Richard wasn’t present at the Bruins’ morning skate on Thursday at TD Garden and is unlikely to feature in Boston’s game against the Vancouver Canucks, likely serving as the team’s spare forward.
