Bruins Draft BU Defenseman Charlie McAvoy With No. 14 Pick
BOSTON (CBS) – The Boston Bruins selected Boston University defenseman Charlie McAvoy with the 14th overall pick at the NHL Entry Draft Friday night.
The 18-year-old from Long Beach, N.Y. had three goals and 22 assists in 37 games as a freshman with the Terriers.
McAvoy's defense partner at BU was fellow Bruins prospect Matt Grzelcyk.
Fun Fact: Charlie was #NHLBruins prospect Matt Grzelcyk's defense partner with Boston University this past season.
— Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) June 25, 2016
Despite being the youngest player in college hockey last season, McAvoy earned Hockey East All-Rookie Team honors.
Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask welcomed McAvoy, saying "Love the pick! BU Terrier, now a Boston Bruin! Congrats and welcome Charlie to the @NHLBruins!"
Love the pick! BU Terrier, now a Boston Bruin! Congrats and welcome Charlie to the @NHLBruins !
— Tuukka Rask (@tuukkarask) June 25, 2016