The Boston Bruins could be set for a return to the organization by Bruins legend, Zdeno Chara. He could help the Bruins thrive in a consultant role.
The Boston Bruins need help on more than just the ice, as the Boston Globe has reported the team is in discussions with the former captain.
The role would place Chara in an advisory role with the Bruins, but nothing has been confirmed.
The Globe was informed by two Bruins employees who have chosen to remain anonymous.
Two sources, each with knowledge of the machinations of the front office, confirmed Chara's new role in separate discussions with the Globe. Both sources, who are not team employees, requested to remain anonymous.
A team spokesperson, apprised of the Globe report at approximately 3:40 p.m. Wednesday, said Sweeney would issue an update later in the afternoon or early evening about a potential role for Chara in the organization.
The 47-year-old was seen at the team's Brighton practice facility Thursday, and is a future Hall of Famer.
Could his guidance set the team back on the winning path that they've lost with former coach Jim Montgomery and interim coach Joe Sacco?
The Bruins did not look like themselves during the game against the Buffalo Sabres, which would pour seven goals on Jeremy Swayman.
They looked disheveled and despondent, not the same kind of squad we saw in 2023 that featured Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci.
The fight and the toughness look to have evaporated from the B's.
That could be one place where Chara could offer some expertise, as that is what the towering 6-foot-9 defenseman was known for.
The Bruins' lack of meaningful play, and ability to stifle the opponents, could see the team miss the playoffs.
That hasn't happened since 2016, when GM Don Sweeney took over the spot. Chara would be able to provide some spark to the organization as someone who cherishes hard work. During his time away from the NHL he's run triathlons, marathons and ironman competitions.
His 1,880 games in the NHL, and 220 in the playoffs, could offer a valuable perspective the team has missed all season.
