McAvoy's In-Person Hearing Date Locked In

The NHL's Department of Player Safety sets a date for Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy's in-person hearing, signaling they want eyes on him for whatever hit or play sparked this. League insiders know these face-to-face sessions mean the DoPS brass isn't messing around - they're digging deep into video and witness accounts. With McAvoy's physical style under the microscope this postseason, the suspension risk could reshape Boston's blue line for critical games ahead.