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Matthew Poitras gears up for a game-changing Bruins training camp

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Maverick Mitchell
August 25, 2024 (12:35)

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At this years Boston Bruins fan fest hosted in Lewiston Maine, Matthew Poitras provided insight on his summer training and how he is going to excel in this years training camp.

At Just 20 year old, Poitras made the Bruins lineup out of camp last year and had his ups and downs before he missed the remainder of the season with an injury. After a long summer of rehab and preparation, he wants to pick up where he left off last season.

«It feels good,» said Poitras, 20. «It's been kind of a long summer. My season ended early, so I've been in summer training for a while. The shoulder feels good. I've been doing normal training, and normal skating for the last couple of months.»

As a second round draft pick in 2022, the youngster was never guaranteed a smooth path to the NHL, but with an impressive camp last year, showing his high hockey IQ and and great shot, Poitras has been touted as a true high level prospect.

«I felt like everything flew by,» said Poitras. «I didn't expect myself to be in that position. I just try to take what I learned last year and try to bring that to camp this year. «After surgery, I put on a little bit of weight, just taking the time to workout and not worry about skating,» said Poitras. «I didn't skate for three months. This summer has been all about getting back into the shape I was in. I'm trying to get on the ice as much as possible, get my reps in and feel the puck after not playing for so long.»

With last year behind him, he was asked about the upcoming year and what to expect out of his game.

«I'm looking forward to camp,» said Poitras. «I just like to take things day-by-day. I'm going to try to get there, establish myself on the roster and be consistent. I want to be going into camp in better shape than I was last season. I played a lot of preseason games, which went well for me (last year) in training camp. This time I want to come into camp in better shape and ready to play 82 games.»

No doubt there are high expectations for the young forward, but he seems to have a very level head on his shoulders and isn't putting too much pressure on himself, he is just looking forward to being healthy and ready to go.

Source: Boston Hockey Now
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