Boston Bruins expand their defensive prospect pool

OSHAWA, ON - FEBRUARY 17: Brady Lyle #33 of the Owen Sound Attack skates with the puck during an OHL game against the Oshawa Generals at the Tribute Communities Centre on February 17, 2020 in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Chris Tanouye/Getty Images)

It’s no secret that the Boston Bruins have one of the best AHL teams. The Providence Bruins have consistently been atop the AHL over the last few years and are currently in first in their division and in second among the entire AHL with a 14-4-1 record.

While the P-Bruins have consistently been good, they’ve struggled to generate young talent that can translate their success in the AHL to the NHL. In other words, the B’s lack top-end…