Bruins blueliner headlines what could be Olympics’ best pairing

A Boston Bruins blueliner will headline what could be the Olympics' best defensive pairing, one poised to give opposing coaches nightmares.

Jan 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy (73) skates against the Dallas Stars during the game at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn ImagesThe Boston Bruins could play a significant role at the Olympics in Milano-Cortina. Well, one Boston player, in particular, could have a major role at the Olympics.

We’re talking about Charlie McAvoy. McAvoy was named as one of Team USA’s alternate captains on Sunday. But that’s not the main reason for McAvoy’s potentially…