It's getting to be tradition, it seems. When Canada takes to the ice in best-on-best competition, the country stands up a little straighter, red maple leafed jerseys become acceptable work attire(and invitations for high-fives from strangers, naturally), the water cooler becomes a daily hotstove to discuss powerplay formations and goaltending development, and gold is the only acceptable shade of medal.
McAvoy has been one of Boston's most reliable players since he entered the NHL in 2017. He's averaged over 22 minutes of ice time in each of his nine seasons, and was averaging over 24 minutes on the ice in 2025. And though he hasn't scored yet this season, McAvoy does have 14 assists so far. If McAvoy has to miss substantial time, it would certainly be detrimental for Boston's defensive core.
