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Bruins' Anton Blidh: Returned to AHL affilaite

The Bruins are off until Wednesday, so they're likely just sending Blidh to the minors so he can get in an extra practice ahead of Thursday's matchup with Vancouver. The 23-year-old forward has notched two goals and six points in 11 AHL appearances this season.

Bruins' Anton Blidh: Called up from minors

Blidh is off to a strong start in the minors, as he has six points in 11 games for AHL Providence. If the 23-year-old slots into the lineup versus the Stars on Monday, it would likely come at the expense of Chris Wagner or Danton Heinen, although it's more likely Blidh will watch from the press box.

Bruins' Anton Blidh: Signs one-year deal

Blidh, who logged 11 goals and 26 points in 71 games with AHL Providence in 2017-18, has 20 games worth of NHL experience under his belt, but he profiles a a depth forward/in-season call-up candidate for the team at this stage. When summoned by the big club, the sturdy and gritty 23-year-old is capable of holding his own at the NHL level in a bottom-six role, but his scoring upside is modest.

Bruins' Anton Blidh: Gets qualifying offer

Blidh, who suited up for just one NHL game this past season, recorded 11 goals and 26 points in 71 games for AHL Providence in 2017-18. The 6-foot, 201-pounder will continue to serve as a depth forward for the Bruins, but he's not likely to make much of a fantasy impact during his occasional call-ups. Blidh has, however, displayed in previous stints with the big club that he's a sturdy pro with some grit, who is capable of holding his own at the NHL level in a bottom-six role.

Bruins' Anton Blidh: Manages just one game in 2017-18

In 2017-18, Blidh saw his role diminish as he had skated in 19 games the season prior, and the additions of Rick Nash, Ryan Donato, and Tommy Wingles down the stretch provided additional depth down the wings, further distancing Blidh from a bottom six role. The area of the 23-year-old's game that shines the most is his physicality, as he's averaging 2.3 hits per game in his brief NHL career, so if fine tunes his offensive game perhaps he can carve out a role on a checking line in the upcoming seasons. However, Blidh will need a new contract to return to Boston, as he's currently set to become a restricted free agent.