Good news is in store for the Bruins with defenseman Derek Forbort making progress in his recovery from a lower-body injury. The left-handed defenseman resumed practicing on Thursday (Jan. 4), indicating a major advancement in his healing process.
Forbort, who is 31 years old, last played on December 3 in a game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, after which he was placed on long-term injured reserve (LTIR). In the 20 games he's played this season, he's managed to tally four assists and has an impressive plus-9 rating.
