Morgan Geekie Returns to Bruins After Midgame Dash for Son’s Birth

Overview

• Geekie left Saturday’s 10-2 win over the Rangers after the first period when his wife, Emma, went into labor at TD Garden, then missed Sunday’s game.
• The couple welcomed a healthy son, Max, who weighed 8 pounds, and Geekie rejoined the lineup Tuesday against the Red Wings.
• Coach Marco Sturm said teammates applauded Geekie’s exit, reflecting the club’s supportive, family-first culture.
• Geekie entered Tuesday on a nine-game goal drought but still led Boston with 25 goals and 41 points this season.
• Defenseman Hampus Lindholm skated and could practice this week, and a nearing return for multiple blueliners may force short-term roster decisions.