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Coyle will start the game on the third line on the wing with Matt Poitras, who returns at center and Trent Frederic. Vinni Lettieri will play his first game in Boston this season in Coyle’s regular spot with Elias Lindholm and Brad Marchand. Oliver Wahlstrom will sit out with Coyle available.

Matt Poitras looked more like a player who captured the imagination of fans last year than the one who struggled through 14 games this season.

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The Bruins entered the season with hopes of chasing the Stanley Cup. With over half the season gone, Boston brass is getting pragmatic.