Bruins' McAvoy Hospitalized With Shoulder Infection, Ruled Out of USA-Canada Final

Charlie McAvoy's injury and subsequent infection spark tensions between the Boston Bruins and Team USA over medical handling.

Charlie McAvoy is recovering in a Boston hospital after a significant AC joint injury and a shoulder infection sustained during the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament.
The Boston Bruins have expressed dissatisfaction with Team USA's medical care, alleging mishandling of McAvoy's treatment after his injury against Finland on February 13.
McAvoy underwent a surgical procedure on February 18 to address the infection and remains on IV antibiotics, with no clear timeline for his return to the NHL.
Team USA will face Canada in the 4 Nations championship game without McAvoy, a critical defensive presence, raising concerns about the team's defensive depth.
Speculation regarding a potential replacement, Quinn Hughes, was dismissed as he remains medically unfit and with the Vancouver Canucks.