Marisa Ingemi of the Boston Herald: A question popped up recently asking how much is Charlie McAvoy worth? The 21-year-old defenseman plays with Zdeno Chara and displays situational awareness not seen in most veterans. Also, McAvoy stabilizes the second-unit man advantage for the Boston Bruins. His ability to transition from defense to offense is the best on the team. The one concern remains health. However, his hockey acumen is unquestioned.
“He’s taken a little more of an assertive approach in the O-zone, of when to join,” Cassidy said. “… That’s hockey IQ plays, confidence to go at certain times in the game.