The forward participated fully in Friday's practice, skating on the fourth line's right wing alongside Jesper Boqvist and Jakub Lauko, and confirmed his spot in the lineup.
Maroon underwent back surgery in early February, spending the last 10 weeks in recovery. Acquired by the Bruins from the Minnesota Wild on March 8, he tallied 16 points (four goals, 12 assists) and accrued 60 penalty minutes in 49 games with the Wild this season.
Source NHL: NHL Buzz: Maroon to make Bruins debut against Penguins
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13 AVRIL | 150 ANSWERS Maroon set to debut for Boston Bruins against Penguins Do you think Pat Maroon can help the Bruins make a playoff run? | ||
Yes | 129 | 86 % |
No | 21 | 14 % |
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