The Bruins expected far more when they signed Lindholm to a seven-year, $54.25 million contract on July 1. But this looks like his level.

If the Bruins do opt for a mid-season retool this year, Boston could have several appealing trade chip in place.

While the Boston Bruins have not had anywhere near a picture-perfect season thus far, they are right in the mix as we head into the back half of January.

Charlie Coyle scored the tying and winning goals in the third period as part of a three-point effort, helping the Boston Bruins surge past the visiting San Jose Sharks 6-3 on Monday afternoon.

According to interim coach Joe Sacco, the physical forward is out with an illness. Frederic’s absence leaves the Bruins without one of their most physical players. He has seven goals and seven assists in 47 games. The Bruins are now missing, Charlie McAvoy, Hampus Lindholm, Cole Koepke and Frederic.

BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 20: Fans celebrate with Charlie Coyle #13 of the Boston Bruins as Matthew Poitras #51 moves in to congratulate him after his go ahead goal against the San Jose Sharks during the third period at TD Garden on January 20, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo By Winslow Townson/Getty Images) Getty Images

Even with Boston leapfrogging both Columbus and Montreal in the standings, the Bruins have plenty of work to do if they want to punch their ticket to the postseason for the ninth year in a row.

The 2025 4 Nations Face-Off will be held from Feb. 12-20, with the first half of the tournament in Montreal. TD Garden will host on Feb. 17 for Canada vs. Finland at 1 p.m. and Sweden vs. United States at 8 p.m., as well as on Feb. 20 for the championship game at 8 p.m.

One of Swayman’s most notable characteristics is his complete and utter confidence, the surety he has in himself and his place in hockey. It’s something that has been the subject of countless conversations, including those he’s had with defenseman Brandon Carlo, a sounding board on the team.

After a 34-game stint in the KHL, former New York Rangers defenseman Tony DeAngelo parted ways with his team, returning to North America for what is believed to be family reasons. DeAngelo had a decent run in the KHL,

Connor Ingram made 23 saves and Olli Maatta scored his first goal for the Utah Hockey Club in a 5-2 victory over Winnipeg Jets on Monday night. Logan Cooley, Barrett Hayton, Matias Maccelli and Clayton Keller also scored to help Utah win its second consecutive home game.