Connor Clifton Stats

Boston Bruins winger Nick Foligno (upper body) and defenseman Connor Clifton won't play on Friday against the Sabres. Foligno got injured in Wednesday's 6-3 loss to Philadelphia and is day-to-day, while it looks like Clifton will simply be scratched for the game. At least there aren't any injury reports regarding the 26-year-old blueliner, who's gone pointless so far this season with three shots, five hits, one block and a minus-two rating. John Moore will replace him in the lineup. Foligno's spot on the third line went to Tomas Nosek in Thursday's practice, however, there could be some extra maneuvering within the lineup after Craig Smith took a maintenance day and missed practice. He likely won't miss any game time.

over a year ago

Boston Bruins defenseman Kevan Miller will be back in action on Friday versus the Sabres, replacing Connor Clifton in the lineup. The 33-year-old missed five games with a foot infection. Miller will skate on the second defensive pairing with Mike Reilly, who's made a productive start in Boston with four points in six games. The veteran blueliner has been on a load management schedule throughout the season due to a surgically repaired right knee, appearing in only 19 games. Miller has posted two points -- both assists - with 15 shots and a minus-one rating.

over a year ago