In the world of minor league hockey, inconsistency and player development go hand-in-hand. As top prospects continue to refine their skills in preparation for the NHL, that often comes with down games or weekends. The key is how they respond.
After Providence collected three wins a week ago, the Boston Bruins’ AHL affiliate was dealt a trio of losses last weekend with several top players elevated to the NHL roster due to injuries. Providence dropped a pair of home games against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, 4-2 on Friday and 2-1 on Saturday, before a 3-1 setback at the Bridgeport Islanders on Sunday.